A delicious and easy-to-make tuna pasta salad perfect for a light summer meal.

This tuna pasta salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. Packed with protein from tuna, and flavor from fresh vegetables and herbs, this salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta of your choice
• 2 cans of tuna, drained
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped dill
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, parsley, and dill.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Garnish with additional parsley before serving.
7. Enjoy your delicious tuna pasta salad!

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