Best 9 Seashell Pasta And Tuna Salad Recipes

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Seashell pasta is a type of small, curly pasta that is perfect for holding sauces and fillings. When cooked, it has a tender texture that pairs well with a variety of ingredients, making it a versatile choice for a variety of dishes. Tuna salad is a classic dish that is made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, and various other ingredients, such as celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. The combination of seashell pasta and tuna salad is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COLD TUNA & SHELLS SALAD



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Tuna noodle salad! It's pretty simple easy and straight forward. Great for the summer, pot lucks, a complete meal or a side.I've been making this for about ten years it was one of my girlfriends recipes but every time she see me she wants me to make it. she says she can't do it right anymore so she passed it down to me. you can use any mayo you like, (I recommend Miracle Whip because it just doesn't taste right to me with other mayos).

Provided by Shellflutterby

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (8 ounce) tuna (I use about 4 or 5 8oz. cans)
1 (8 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups Miracle Whip
3 tablespoons pickle relish (based on pref.)
1 (1 lb) pasta noodles (I use small shells)
1 -2 tablespoon paprika (for color)

Steps:

  • Cook the the pasta noodles, drain and set in the fridge to chill. Don't worry about them sticking together they'll separate once you start mixing (spread them out on a cook sheet for less sticking and for a quick chill put them in the freezer for about 10 minutes).
  • Cut up the cheese into bite size pieces and set a side.
  • Drain the tuna and set aside.
  • In a large (about 4-qt) bowl divide the pasta in half and mix in 1/2 the tuna, cheese, mayo and pickle relish.
  • After it's well mixed add the rest of the ingredients leaving out the paprika.
  • Once everything is mixed well add the paprika (it's just for color).
  • Depending on your taste you might want to add more mayo, paprika, or pickle relish.
  • I usually add more mayo the next day. Chill for 10-20 minutes in the fridge and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.4, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 72.8, Sodium 266.2, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.1, Protein 33.8

CAESAR TUNA SALAD IN PASTA SHELLS



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Looking for a seafood dinner? Then check out this hearty Caesar tuna salad that's ready in just 35 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
2 cans (6 ounces each) albacore tuna in water, drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut into fourths
1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut green beans, cooked and drained
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives
1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 cup creamy Caesar dressing
Dash of pepper
Leaf lettuce leaves
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • Mix tuna, tomatoes, green beans and olives in medium bowl. Mix mayonnaise, Caesar dressing and pepper; toss with tuna mixture.
  • Spoon about 1/4 cup tuna mixture into each pasta shell. Arrange shells on lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1150 mg

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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A pasta salad that is sure to please every time!

Provided by Dianne VanHuss

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup seashell pasta
1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ cup iceberg lettuce, rinsed and chopped
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup creamy Italian salad dressing, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in seashell pasta, and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Place green onions and lettuce in a large bowl. Add pasta, tuna, peas, and grated Cheddar cheese; mix well. Stir in dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 16.2 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 378.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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This Tuna Pasta Salad with shell noodles, peas, tuna, celery, and Greek yogurt is fast, healthy, and a dish your whole family can enjoy!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

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)

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package instructions, until al dente. Drain.
  • In a large bowl add chopped onion and celery, peas, cooked pasta, and drained tuna.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the mayo and Greek yogurt.
  • Stir half of the sauce into the pasta mixture and toss to evenly coat. Season with salt and pepper and dried dil, to taste.
  • Refrigerate pasta and remaining sauce separately, covered, for 30 min. Stir in remaining sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 275 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SEASHELL PASTA AND TUNA SALAD



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I love tuna salad. This one is a little different from my old stand-by in that it uses dill pickles instead of sweet pickles. The combination of ingredients tasted good to me.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces small shell pasta, cooked as directed on package and drained
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained
1/4 cup diced dill pickle
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
chopped lettuce
2 tomatoes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the first 5 ingredients; stir to mix.
  • Add in mayo, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate until well chilled.
  • Line individual salad plates with lettuce; mound tuna salad on top; garnish with tomato wedges.

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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Here's a potluck idea to please a crowd! Easy tuna pasta salad is made with convenient canned tuna and frozen peas, plus an extra-fun topping: potato chips!

Categories     weeknight meals     main dish     salad

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 oz. large pasta shells
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1/2 c. sour cream
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 5-oz. cans albacore tuna, drained
1 c. frozen green peas, thawed
1/2 c. chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
1/2 c. chopped red bell pepper
1/4 c. chopped red onion
Lettuce, for serving
Potato chips, crushed

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool the pasta. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the pasta, tuna, peas, celery, bell pepper, and onion. Gently fold together until well coated, making sure not to break up the tuna too much.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Spoon into a serving bowl lined with lettuce leaves. Top with chips just before serving.

SEASHELL PASTA SALAD



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I frequently rely on this easy, crowd-pleasing pasta salad. With plenty of colorful veggies, it goes over big every time I serve it.-Renee Durell, Fairy Glen, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, diced
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1 green onion, sliced
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons ketchup
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large serving bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, green pepper, cucumber and onion. , In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, oil, ketchup, vinegar, salt, paprika and pepper until smooth. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY TUNA PASTA SALAD



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A simple tuna pasta salad with bright flavors.

Provided by Matthew Francis

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (16 ounce) package cavatappi (corkscrew macaroni)
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
½ tablespoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) cans tuna, drained
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 red onion, diced
1 cup peas
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup chopped green olives
1 teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste
4 hard-boiled eggs, halved

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook cavatappi at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 9 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for dressing together in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Stir tuna, celery, onion, peas, parsley, olives, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice into pasta. Pour dressing over salad, toss until coated, and add hard-boiled eggs on top. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.6 g, Cholesterol 133.5 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 512.5 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

TUNA SHELL SALAD



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Do you like tuna but need a new way to serve it? Foll Pat Kordas' lead. "I created this light salad as a way to use tuna in dishes other than sandwiches," the Nutley, New Jersey cook explains. "Mustard and dill enhance the flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells
1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 large carrot, shredded
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a salad bowl, combine the pasta, tuna, onion and carrot. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in oil.
  • If you don't have time to make your own tuna salad, you can use store-bought tuna salad. Just be sure to choose a tuna salad that is made with high-quality ingredients.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your tuna salad, such as chopped celery, onion, or pickles.
  • If you're using canned tuna, be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • Serve the pasta salad immediately, or chill it for later. If you're chilling the salad, be sure to cover it tightly so that it doesn't dry out.

Conclusion:

Seashell pasta and tuna salad is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It's also a great dish to take to potlucks and picnics. With its colorful and flavorful ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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