Skip to main content

Tuna Pasta Salad

Classic summer dish with macaroni, fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing.
Kid friendly
Bowl of macaroni noodles with tuna and vegetable cubes.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Makes: 6 cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

2 cups macaroni, uncooked
2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna or salmon (water-packed)
½ cup chopped zucchini (about ⅓ small zucchini)
¼ cup sliced carrots (about 1 carrot)
⅓ cup diced onion
¼ cup mayonnaise or salad dressing

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain the cooking liquid and cool.
  3. Drain tuna or salmon.
  4. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
  5. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Try whole wheat pasta to include whole grains.

You might also like...

Recipes A to Z (without photos)

Vegetarian Chili
Bowl of chili topped with shredded cheddar cheese.

Vegetarian Chili

Kid-approved recipe packed with veggies and beans, and topped with cheese.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Cook:
30 minutes
Makes:
8 cups
Cucumber Yogurt Dip
Recipe Image for Cucumber Dip

Cucumber Yogurt Dip

Quick and flavorful dip with Greek yogurt, mint, and garlic. Perfect for snacks and party appetizers!
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
1 ¼ cup
Southwestern Stuffed Potatoes
Platter of potatoes stuffed with beans, corn, salsa and sprinkled with melted cheese.

Southwestern Stuffed Potatoes

A simple microwave recipe with tender potatoes topped with southwest-style toppings and creamy cheese.
Prepare:
5 minutes
Cook:
10 minutes
Makes:
4 potato halves
Greens with Carrots
Plate of kale and carrot strips with dressing.

Greens with Carrots

A fresh and crunchy salad using your favorite greens.
Prepare:
20 minutes
Cook:
15 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Sesame Fish and Rice Bowl
bowls of Sesame Fish and Rice

Sesame Fish and Rice Bowl

This quick and easy meal of rice topped with fish in a savory sauce can be comforting and healthy. Add pickled vegetables for color, crunch and nutrients.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Makes:
2 servings
Watermelon and Fruit Salad
Large bowl with a colorful fresh fruit mix.

Watermelon and Fruit Salad

Fresh and easy summer fruit mixed with tangy lime and a touch of honey.
Prepare:
20 minutes
Makes:
4 Cups
Was this page helpful to you?