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Tuna Pasta Salad

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A flavorful tuna pasta salad that is filling and perfect for potlucks or quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (16 ounces) medium shell pasta
  • 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained well
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) sweet peas, well-drained
  • 1 cup Colby Jack cheese, cut into small cubes
  • ⅔ cup (155 g) mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup (77 g) sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons dill pickle juice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill

Instructions

  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the medium shell pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Cool the Pasta: Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water until completely cool.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, drained tuna, diced red onion, drained sweet peas, Colby Jack cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, salt, black pepper, and dried dill. Stir gently until well combined.
  4. Chill the Salad: Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Serve Cold: Scoop into bowls or plates and enjoy!

Notes

For a creamier salad, adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream to taste. Allowing the salad to chill for at least an hour enhances the flavors.

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Keywords: tuna, pasta, salad, quick meal, potluck, easy recipe

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