Tuna Cucumber Pasta Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Tuna Cucumber Pasta Salad is the ultimate quick and easy dish for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Bursting with tender fusilli pasta, flaky tuna, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes, it’s a wholesome medley of textures complemented by a creamy, zesty dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this high-protein, veggie-filled salad strikes the perfect balance between light and satisfying, making it a go-to option for picnics, potlucks, or busy weeknights. Serve it chilled to let the vibrant flavors meld beautifully—your new favorite pasta salad is just a bowl away!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces pasta (fusilli or rotini)
• 10 ounces canned tuna in water, drained
• 1 large cucumber, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons dill, fresh and chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the tuna and vegetables, then pour the dressing over the top.

Step 5

Gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled for the best experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1116.1 grams (1116.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1678

Total Fat 92.00g	118%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 2317mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 115.70g	42%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 14.00g
Protein 94.00g	188%

Vitamin D 227IU	1134%
Calcium 163mg	13%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1723mg	37%

*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: 49.7%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 27.8%