How to Make Tuna Pasta Salad

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Canned salmon offers similar health benefits with a different flavor.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from rice

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber, while rice pasta is gluten-free.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is rich in healthy fats.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Start by placing a large pot of water to boil and add about 1 tablespoon or more of salt.

Mix the dressing ingredients together in a bowl or a mason jar and whisk together well until smooth and combined. Refrigerate the dressing until ready to use.

Cook the pasta according to the package directions to al dente, and don't over-cook.

Add the cooked pasta to a large bowl, pour the dressing over and stir very well to coat.

Add the diced onion and celery, the frozen peas, and the chunks of tuna and toss well.

Add some fresh chopped parsley to the top (or more dill, if you prefer), and serve.

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