Albacore Tuna and Bow Tie Pasta Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this refreshing Albacore Tuna and Bow Tie Pasta Salad, a delightful blend of tender farfalle pasta, protein-packed albacore tuna, and crisp, colorful veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, celery, and red onion. Tossed in a creamy yet light dressing made from a tangy combination of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and fresh dill, this salad strikes the perfect balance of zesty and savory flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes and ideal for make-ahead lunches, picnics, or light dinners, this chilled pasta salad is a versatile crowd-pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve as a satisfying main or a vibrant side dish—each bite is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a quick, wholesome meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz Bow tie pasta (farfalle)
• 10 oz Albacore tuna (canned, packed in water)
• 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp Fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 small Red onion (finely diced)
• 2 stalks Celery (diced)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 small Cucumber (diced)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water to cool, and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy. Set the dressing aside.

Step 3

Open the can of albacore tuna and drain the liquid. Flake the tuna with a fork into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, flaked albacore tuna, diced red onion, celery, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.

Step 5

Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta salad. Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a main dish or side. Garnish with additional dill if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	863.1 grams (863.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	731

Total Fat 32.30g	41%
Saturated Fat 3.90g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 148mg	49%
Sodium 2460mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 32.20g	12%
Dietary Fiber 5.70g	20%
Total Sugars 13.70g
Protein 73.90g	148%

Vitamin D 167IU	834%
Calcium 166mg	13%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1839mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 41.3%

Carbs: 18.0%