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Tuna Pasta Salad {Secret Ingredient}

Discover the Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe's secret ingredient (pickle juice!) that adds a zesty twist to this delicious and easy dish.
Prep Time20 minutes
Chilling Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Keyword: Tuna Pasta Salad {Secret Ingredient}
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 472kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke--iamhomesteader.com

Ingredients

  • 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

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water until completely cool. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, tuna, red onion, peas, cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, salt, pepper, and dill. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 472kcal