Best 13 Tuna And Pea Salad Stuffed Shells Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our delectable Tuna and Pea Salad Stuffed Shells, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These jumbo pasta shells are lovingly filled with a savory blend of tuna, sweet peas, and a creamy sauce, then baked to perfection. Accompany your meal with a vibrant Mediterranean Orzo Salad, a refreshing combination of orzo pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and a zesty dressing. For a sweet ending, treat yourself to our irresistible Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars, a decadent combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and oats, all held together without the need for baking. These recipes are not only delicious but also easy to follow, making them perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 13 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

TUNA-FILLED SHELLS



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Hot tuna's a hit when you mix it with sizable pasta shells and a cheesy sauce. Dill also complements the fish nicely in this cream comfort food. It's a great change of pace from the traditional tuna casserole. -Connie Staal, Greenbrier, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 jumbo pasta shells
5 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 celery rib, diced
1 small onion, diced
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 slices white bread, crumbled
1 can (12 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup reduced-fat ranch salad dressing
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Meanwhile in a saucepan, combine the flour, milk, dill and salt until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Pour 1-1/4 cups sauce into a 2-qt. baking dish; set aside. , In a nonstick skillet, saute celery and onion in oil until tender. Add bread. Stir in the tuna, salad dressing and cheese; mix well. Drain shells; stuff with tuna mixture. Place over sauce. Drizzle with remaining sauce. Cover and bake at 350° until bubbly and heated through, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 733mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUNA FISH PEA SALAD



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An easy, QUICK, but absolutely delicious recipe that's great on sandwiches, with crackers, or even on its own. Kids love it too!

Provided by erinelz

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) can chunk light tuna in water, drained
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
¼ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise, or as needed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the tuna into a bowl with the peas, and lightly stir to break up the tuna and combine with the peas. Add the mayonnaise, garlic powder, and pepper, and stir to mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 159.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

TUNA-STUFFED JUMBO SHELLS



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These light, fresh-tasting stuffed shells really star as part of a luncheon menu. I came up with this distinctive combination of ingredients by accident one day using leftovers from other recipes. It's a cool summer main dish. - Phy Bresse, Lumberton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

10 jumbo pasta shells
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced green onions
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
CREAMY CELERY DRESSING:
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon onion powder
Lettuce leaves and red onion rings, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and sugar. Stir in tuna, celery, onions, green pepper, carrot and parsley. Spoon into pasta shells; cover and refrigerate. , For the dressing, combine sour cream, sugar, vinegar, mayonnaise, celery seed and onion powder. , Arrange lettuce, onion rings and shells on a serving platter; drizzle with dressing.

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STUFFED TUNA SALAD SHELLS



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Cold stuffed shells for an easy appetizer or healthy snack. You can sub chicken or salmon for the tuna. From Betty Crocker's Best-Loved Recipes.

Provided by carmenskitchen

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 27m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 cup frozen green pea
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise or 1/4 cup salad dressing
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
salt and pepper
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package;pat dry.
  • Rinse frozen peas with cold water to separate;drain and pat dry.
  • Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in medium bowl and stir in tuna, onion, lemon juice, herbs, salt and pepper.
  • Fold in peas.
  • Spoon one heaping tablespoonful of mixture into each shell.
  • Sprinkle with paprika before serving.

TUNA SHELL SALAD



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Do you like tuna but need a new way to serve it? Foll Pat Kordas' lead. "I created this light salad as a way to use tuna in dishes other than sandwiches," the Nutley, New Jersey cook explains. "Mustard and dill enhance the flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells
1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 large carrot, shredded
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a salad bowl, combine the pasta, tuna, onion and carrot. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving.

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TUNA & PEA SALAD IN SHELLS



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This is a fantastic main dish perfect for those hot summer days when a light, cool meal sounds good. I make the day before to let the flavors blend.

Provided by Claudia Dawn

Categories     Tuna

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (9 ounce) package frozen peas, cooked,drained,cooled
16 large shell macaroni, for stuffing
1 (6 1/2 ounce) can albacore tuna, drained,flaked
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
2 eggs, hard boiled,chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dill weed

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni as directed on package; drain.
  • Set aside in bowl of cold water.
  • Combine remaining ingredients.
  • Add peas; toss gently.
  • Drain water off of pasta.
  • Spoon about 1/4 cup tuna mixture into each macaroni shell.
  • Cover; refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.9, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 63.6, Sodium 186, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.4, Protein 9

TUNA AND PEAS



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This recipe is quick and easy; my children love it. Serve over toast, biscuits, or rice. It's good for breakfast or brunch.

Provided by Herb Brooks

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup butter
½ cup frozen peas
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk, or as needed
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Saute peas, onion, and garlic in hot butter until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Pour mushroom soup over the peas mixture; add enough milk to the mixture to thicken the soup to the point of there being no lumps. Flake tuna and add to the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook until the mixture is warm and bubbly, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 34.5 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 452.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

TUNA PEA SALAD



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Crisp and delightful tuna salad, served on crackers or on a bed of lettuce. There are lots of different veggies you can substitute, but these are our favorites.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (6 ounce) albacore tuna
1/2 cup celery (chopped)
1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
1/4 cup water chestnut (chopped)
2 eggs (boiled and chopped)
1/2 green pepper (chopped)
3 tablespoons pimientos (chopped)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • combine ingredients, chill at least 3 hours, serve with crackers,on lettuce leaves or in tomato shells.

TUNA AND PEA SALAD STUFFED SHELLS



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Very good. Great for showers.

Provided by Chris VanDusen

Categories     Tuna Salads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg frozen sweet peas, 9 oz
16 macaroni, large shells
2 can(s) tuna, canned, drained and flaked
1 stalk(s) celery, chopped
2 Tbsp sweet pickle relish or you could use dill pickle relish
1 Tbsp green onion, chopped
1/2 c sour cream
1/4 c mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • 1. Wash lettuce leaves and soak in bowl of cold water.
  • 2. Cook peas as directed on package, drain and cool.
  • 3. Cook macaroni shells as directed on package, drain and set aside in bowl of cold water
  • 4. In large bowl combine remaining ingredients, except peas.
  • 5. Add peas, toss gently
  • 6. Drain water from cooked macaroni and pat dry with paper towels.
  • 7. Spoon 1/4 cup of tuna mixture in each shell. Place in shallow dish, cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
  • 8. Paper towel dry lettuce leafs.
  • 9. To serve, place lettuce leaf on individual serving plate and top with stuffed shell.
  • 10. NOTE: The tuna salad by itself is really good for sandwiches.

TUNA STUFFED PASTA SHELLS



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From Women's Day magazine. Uses store-cupboard ingredients for a good, quick supper. In the absence of jumbo pasta shells, you could use pasta tubes instead, I think.

Provided by Ppaperdoll

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

18 large pasta shells
1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
1 cup fresh white breadcrumbs
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 large egg
1/4 cup parsley, minced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 teaspoons paprika

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Spray an 11X7 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Cook pasta according to directions until al-dente.
  • While pasta cooks, mix tuna, bread crumbs, onion, egg, 1/8 cup parsley and lemon juice until blended.
  • Drain pasta shells. Rinse gently in colander to cool. Fill each shell with 1 Tbsp tuna mixture and place in prepared dish.
  • Whisk soup and milk in small saucepan over medium heat until hot. Remove from heat and stir in remaining 1/8 cup parsley. Pour soup mixture over shells.
  • If making ahead, cover with foil and chill overnight in refrigerator. When ready to bake follow instructions below, adding 10 minutes to baking time.
  • To serve that evening, bake 20 to 25 minutes until sauce starts to bubble and shells are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 57.6, Sodium 596.9, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 10.9

TUNA-STUFFED JUMBO SHELLS RECIPE



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"These light, fresh-tasting stuffed shells really star as part of a luncheon menu. I came up with this distinctive combination of ingredients by accident one day using leftovers from other recipes. It's a cool summer main dish. - Phy Bresse, Lumberton, North Carolina"

Provided by Barenakedchef

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 jumbo pasta shells
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1 (12 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced green onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and sugar. Stir in tuna, celery, onions, green pepper, carrot and parsley. Spoon into pasta shells; cover and refrigerate.
  • 2. For the dressing, combine sour cream, sugar, vinegar, mayonnaise, celery seed and onion powder.
  • 3. Arrange lettuce, onion rings and shells on a serving platter; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.2, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 31.8, Sodium 65.3, Carbohydrate 19.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 17.1, Protein 16.8

TUNA-STUFFED SHELLS



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Come out of your culinary shell and enjoy these tuna- and vegetable-stuffed treats served with a savory tomato-basil vinaigrette.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

16 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
2 large tomatoes, seeded, chopped (2 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cans (5 oz each) albacore tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 large carrot, shredded (1 cup)
1 small zucchini, shredded (1 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
Lettuce leaf

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, in medium bowl, mix all vinaigrette ingredients just until blended. Set aside.
  • In another medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons basil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in tuna, carrot, zucchini and onion until evenly mixed. Fill each pasta shell with 1 rounded tablespoon tuna mixture.
  • Line serving platter with lettuce leaves. Arrange shells on lettuce. Serve with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh tuna. If you're using canned tuna, be sure to drain it well and flake it before adding it to the salad.
  • You can use any type of pasta shells for this recipe, but jumbo shells work best. They're large enough to hold a generous amount of filling, and they look impressive when served.
  • If you don't have any cooked peas on hand, you can use frozen peas. Just thaw them before adding them to the salad.
  • To make the salad even more flavorful, you can add a tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or dill.
  • If you're serving the salad immediately, you can top it with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. If you're making the salad ahead of time, wait to add the cheese until just before serving, so it doesn't get soggy.

Conclusion:

Tuna and pea salad stuffed shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to use up leftover tuna. So next time you have a can of tuna in the pantry, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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