This classic and fool-proof recipe is perfect for summer gatherings, or for work lunches!
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Chill time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr15 minutesmins
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: july 4th recipes, labor day recipes, memorial day recipes, pasta, pasta salad, side dishes, summer side dishes, tuna, tuna pasta salad, tuna salad
Servings: 8servings
Author: Crystal
Equipment
Mixing bowl
colander
large pot
Whisk
Rubber spatula
knife and cutting board
Ingredients
8ouncesboxed pasta
3tablespoonsrelish
½cupdiced red onion
1 ½cupmayonnaise
2teaspoonskosher salt
½teaspoonblack pepper
¾teaspoon paprika
¾teaspoongarlic powder
1 ½tablespoonsapple cider vinegar
2tablespoonschopped parsley
20ouncescanned tuna4 5-ounce cans, strained
Instructions
Cook pasta of choice according to package directions. Once cooked, cool the pasta by running under cold water or chilling in an ice bath. Drain the pasta and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the remaining ingredients with a whisk, excluding the tuna.
Add the cooked pasta and tuna into the mayonnaise mixture. Gently mix together to combine.
Can be served immediately. For best results, cover and chill the pasta salad for at least an hour, preferably overnight.