Name: Tuna Pasta Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 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

This tuna pasta salad with shell noodles, peas, tuna, celery, and Greek yogurt is a fresh, satisfying dish the whole family can enjoy. If you’re looking for healthy dinner ideas, this recipe comes together quickly and works just as well for lunch as it does for dinner or a side dish.

It’s one of those reliable meals that’s easy to throw together with ingredients you often already have on hand. The combination of tender pasta, crunchy celery, and creamy dressing keeps every bite balanced and flavorful.

This pasta salad has become a regular favorite around the table, especially for quick lunches. It’s simple, comforting, and easy to make ahead when you need something convenient during a busy week.

Tuna also adds a nice boost of protein along with omega-3 fatty acids, while the mix of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt creates a creamy dressing with a lighter feel and extra richness from the yogurt.

If you want to make it even heartier, whole wheat pasta works well too. It’s a flexible recipe that’s easy to adapt while still keeping that classic, comforting flavor everyone loves.