Tuna Rotini Salad

Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Tuna Rotini Salad is a quick and satisfying dish that's perfect for any occasion. Tender rotini pasta forms the base, while protein-rich tuna, crunchy celery, and sweet red bell peppers elevate the texture and taste. A creamy dressing made with a tangy blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and pickle relish ties it all together, with a hint of freshness from chopped parsley and a splash of lemon juice. Ready in under 30 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light, refreshing lunch. It’s a colorful, nutritious meal that the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz rotini pasta
• 2 cans canned tuna (packed in water)
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper (diced)
• 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
• 2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool it down completely. Set aside.

Step 4

While the pasta cools, drain the canned tuna and flake it with a fork in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

In the same bowl, add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, red onion, red bell pepper, sweet pickle relish, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 7

Once the pasta is completely cool, add it to the bowl with the tuna mixture.

Step 8

Gently toss everything together until the pasta is well coated and the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 9

Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Serve chilled and garnish with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1070.9 grams (1070.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2652

Total Fat 99.00g	127%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 4177mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 304.40g	111%
Dietary Fiber 16.30g	58%
Total Sugars 26.60g
Protein 122.70g	245%

Vitamin D 227IU	1134%
Calcium 269mg	21%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 1896mg	40%

*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: 34.3%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 46.8%