Best 2 Stuffed Tuna Salad Shells Recipes

Are you craving a delectable and satisfying meal that combines the flavors of tuna salad and pasta shells? Look no further! Stuffed tuna salad shells are an enticing dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling content. This culinary creation combines the classic flavors of tuna salad with the comforting embrace of pasta shells, resulting in a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply seeking a delightful lunch or dinner option, this recipe will guide you through the steps of crafting this culinary masterpiece.

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STUFFED TUNA SALAD SHELLS

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Cold stuffed shells for an easy appetizer or healthy snack. You can sub chicken or salmon for the tuna. From Betty Crocker's Best-Loved Recipes.

Provided by carmenskitchen

Categories Pasta Shells

Time 27m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 cup frozen green pea
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise or 1/4 cup salad dressing
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
salt and pepper
1 dash paprika

Steps:

Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package;pat dry.
Rinse frozen peas with cold water to separate;drain and pat dry.
Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in medium bowl and stir in tuna, onion, lemon juice, herbs, salt and pepper.
Fold in peas.
Spoon one heaping tablespoonful of mixture into each shell.
Sprinkle with paprika before serving.

TUNA AND PEA SALAD STUFFED SHELLS

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Very good. Great for showers.

Provided by Chris VanDusen

Categories Tuna Salads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pkg frozen sweet peas, 9 oz
16 macaroni, large shells
2 can(s) tuna, canned, drained and flaked
1 stalk(s) celery, chopped
2 Tbsp sweet pickle relish or you could use dill pickle relish
1 Tbsp green onion, chopped
1/2 c sour cream
1/4 c mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
leaf lettuce

Steps:

1. Wash lettuce leaves and soak in bowl of cold water.
2. Cook peas as directed on package, drain and cool.
3. Cook macaroni shells as directed on package, drain and set aside in bowl of cold water
4. In large bowl combine remaining ingredients, except peas.
5. Add peas, toss gently
6. Drain water from cooked macaroni and pat dry with paper towels.
7. Spoon 1/4 cup of tuna mixture in each shell. Place in shallow dish, cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
8. Paper towel dry lettuce leafs.
9. To serve, place lettuce leaf on individual serving plate and top with stuffed shell.
10. NOTE: The tuna salad by itself is really good for sandwiches.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Be sure to cook the tuna thoroughly.
Don't overmix the tuna salad, or it will become mushy.
If you don't have time to make your own tuna salad, you can use store-bought tuna salad.
Feel free to add other ingredients to the tuna salad, such as chopped celery, onion, or pickles.
Be sure to stuff the shells tightly with the tuna salad, or they will fall apart when you cook them.
Bake the shells until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve the shells immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Stuffed tuna salad shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover tuna salad. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please the whole family.