Best 8 Pasta Salad With Tuna And Broccoli Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our tantalizing pasta salad, a harmonious blend of tender tuna, vibrant broccoli florets, and a medley of crisp vegetables, all enveloped in a luscious dressing that tantalizes your taste buds. Discover three irresistible variations of this classic dish, each boasting its own unique charm. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore the classic combination of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard, the tangy zest of lemon-herb vinaigrette, and the creamy embrace of avocado dressing. With its vibrant colors, delightful textures, and symphony of flavors, this pasta salad promises to be the star of your next gathering, leaving your guests craving for more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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This Tuna Pasta Salad with shell noodles, peas, tuna, celery, and Greek yogurt is fast, healthy, and a dish your whole family can enjoy!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces small shells pasta (, or your favorite bite-size pasta)
7 ounces canned albacore white tuna, packed in water (, drained)
2 ribs celery (, chopped)
1/4 cup red onion (, chopped)
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
dried dill weed (, to taste, optional)
salt and freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package instructions, until al dente. Drain.
  • In a large bowl add chopped onion and celery, peas, cooked pasta, and drained tuna.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the mayo and Greek yogurt.
  • Stir half of the sauce into the pasta mixture and toss to evenly coat. Season with salt and pepper and dried dil, to taste.
  • Refrigerate pasta and remaining sauce separately, covered, for 30 min. Stir in remaining sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 275 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY TUNA PASTA SALAD



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This creamy salad combines pasta & tuna to create the perfect light lunch or side to supper! With the addition of pickles, cheese, and peas it is sure to be a hit!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups rotini pasta (measured dry)
6 ounces canned tuna (drained)
½ cup celery (diced)
3 green onions (sliced)
¾ cup baby peas (defrosted and drained)
1 cup cheddar cheese (diced (optional))
⅔ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon white vinegar
salt & pepper to taste
½ teaspoon dried dill

Steps:

  • Combine all dressing ingredients and set aside.
  • Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 406 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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Mustard and dill really add wonderful flair to the flavor of this simple salad. It's really very inexpensive to serve.-Pat Kordas, Nutley, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells, cooked and drained
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1 large carrot, shredded
1/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, tuna, carrot and onion. Combine remaining ingredients; whisk until smooth. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Fat 35g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 709mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

LEMON BROCCOLI & TUNA PASTA SALAD



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I have a favorite Zesty Lemon Broccoli recipe from childhood & was in the mood for Pasta salad with tuna -- using a similar pasta recipe which incorporates shrimp and asparagus -- the following is the result, which turned out very good indeed!

Provided by stephanierndos

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces 100% duram semolina medium pasta shells
1 -2 ounce broccoli floret, cooked drained, and cooled
1/4 cup caesar salad dressing, creamy Store Bought
2 tablespoons light sour cream
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
fresh ground black pepper
1 (6 ounce) can prime fillet albacore tuna in water, drained
1 ounce sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil Broccoli Florets in small amount of boiling water that has been salted for approximately 10-15 minutes, covered. Rinse cooked broccoli under cold running water in sieve to drain fully, and set aside once florets are completely cooled. Next, cook pasta as directed on package (al dente is 10-12 minutes). Once pasta is cooked al dente style, remove from heat, and drain - cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, mix Caesar dressing, sour cream, olive oil, lemon zest & juice. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste and mix well.
  • Place cooled pasta in medium size mixing bowl, add dressing mixture, tuna (fork flake to smaller chunks), broccoli florets, cheese, and cherry tomatoes; mix lightly to incorporate dressing mixture throughout, but not to brake down tuna chunks, florets further. Serve immediately or, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623.9, Fat 33.5, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 58, Sodium 758.7, Carbohydrate 46.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.7, Protein 33.4

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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This is one of those salads where I say, "The longer it sits, the better it gets." You'll often find this cool and creamy pasta salad at my family's get-togethers.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 to 12 servings (9 1/2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 18

One 12-ounce package tri-color bow-tie pasta
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 stalk celery, cut into large chunks
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 red onion
Three 5-ounce cans solid white tuna in water, drained
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons Miss Brown's House Seasoning, recipe follows
1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
Chopped fresh curly parsley, for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to the package directions. Drain and run under cold water to cool, then drain again. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • While the pasta cooks, pulse the celery, bell pepper and red onion in a food processor until finely minced. Add to the serving bowl along with the tuna and eggs.
  • Stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, House Seasoning and relish in a small bowl. Pour over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
  • Stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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Here's a potluck idea to please a crowd! Easy tuna pasta salad is made with convenient canned tuna and frozen peas, plus an extra-fun topping: potato chips!

Categories     weeknight meals     main dish     salad

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 oz. large pasta shells
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1/2 c. sour cream
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 5-oz. cans albacore tuna, drained
1 c. frozen green peas, thawed
1/2 c. chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
1/2 c. chopped red bell pepper
1/4 c. chopped red onion
Lettuce, for serving
Potato chips, crushed

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool the pasta. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the pasta, tuna, peas, celery, bell pepper, and onion. Gently fold together until well coated, making sure not to break up the tuna too much.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Spoon into a serving bowl lined with lettuce leaves. Top with chips just before serving.

LEMON SPAGHETTI WITH TUNA & BROCCOLI



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15 minutes is all you need to whip up this fresh, light and healthy fish pasta with olives, capers and greens

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

350g spaghetti
250g broccoli , cut into small florets
2 shallots , finely chopped
85g pitted green olive , halved
2 tbsp caper , drained
198g can tuna in oil
zest and juice 1 lemon
1 tbsp olive oil , plus extra for drizzling

Steps:

  • Boil the spaghetti in salted water for 6 mins. Add the broccoli and boil for 4 mins more or until both are just tender.
  • Meanwhile, mix the shallots, olives, capers, tuna and lemon zest and juice in a roomy serving bowl. Drain the pasta and broccoli, add to the bowl and toss really well with the olive oil and lots of black pepper. Serve with a little extra olive oil drizzled over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 62 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

EASY TUNA PASTA SALAD



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Pasta shells, tuna and veggies make this a satisfying lunch salad or even a light supper. It's convenient to prepare ahead of time and store in the refrigerator.-Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, celery, tuna, green pepper, peas, pimientos and onion. Combine the mayonnaise and salt; fold into salad. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 800mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your pasta salad taste its best. Use ripe tomatoes, crisp broccoli, and canned tuna packed in olive oil.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold its shape in the salad.
  • Let the pasta cool before assembling the salad: This will help to prevent the pasta from sticking together and will make it easier to mix with the other ingredients.
  • Don't drown the salad in dressing: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Start with a small amount and add more if needed.
  • Serve the salad chilled: This salad is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This pasta salad with tuna and broccoli is a delicious, easy-to-make salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is packed with flavor and is a great way to use up leftover tuna. The salad can be made ahead of time and is also a great option for packed lunches. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad to make, give this pasta salad with tuna and broccoli a try. You won't be disappointed!

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