Tuna Noodle Salad My Way
Elevate your lunch or picnic game with "Tuna Noodle Salad My Way," a creamy and refreshing twist on classic pasta salad! This easy-to-make dish features tender egg noodles tossed in a tangy dressing of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and zesty lemon juice, perfectly complemented by chunks of flaky tuna. Crunchy celery, sweet peas, minced red onion, and tangy dill pickles add layers of flavor and texture, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herby finish. Ready in just 25 minutes and chilled to perfection, this tuna noodle salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a light, satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 10 ounces tuna (canned, drained)
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
- 1 cup celery (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely minced)
- 1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
- 0.33 cup dill pickles (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking and cool the noodles. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
Step 3
Add the drained tuna, celery, red onion, thawed peas, chopped dill pickles, and fresh parsley to the bowl. Gently mix until evenly combined.
Step 4
Stir in the cooked and cooled egg noodles, ensuring they are well coated with the dressing and combined with the other ingredients.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. You can add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Before serving, give the salad a final stir and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1307.9 grams (1307.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1789 |
| Total Fat 95.60g | 123% |
| Saturated Fat 10.10g | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 285mg | 95% |
| Sodium 3474mg | 151% |
| Total Carbohydrate 129.40g | 47% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.20g | 69% |
| Total Sugars 22.40g | |
| Protein 101.50g | 203% |
| Vitamin D 227IU | 1135% |
| Calcium 305mg | 23% |
| Iron 11mg | 58% |
| Potassium 2275mg | 48% |
Source of Calories