Best 5 Tuna Pea Salad In Shells Recipes

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Tuna pea salad in shells is a classic dish that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It is made with canned tuna, peas, mayonnaise, celery, and onion. This flavorful mixture is then spooned into cooked pasta shells and topped with more mayonnaise or a dressing of your choice. The result is a creamy, protein-packed meal that is both satisfying and delicious. In this article, we will provide you with a variety of recipes for tuna pea salad in shells so that you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA AND CHICKPEA SALAD



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Light and refreshing tuna salad that can be eaten as a main dish or served with pita chips as an appetizer. For meatier salad, add one more can of undrained tuna. You can also add drained, chopped artichoke hearts.

Provided by krissy g.

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 ounce) can Italian tuna packed in olive oil, undrained
1 (16 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives, chopped
¼ cup chopped Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
½ red onion, chopped
lemon, juiced
¼ cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the tuna, chickpeas, olives, parsley, red onion, lemon juice, and feta cheese together in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 700.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 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 :

TUNA PEA SALAD



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Crisp and delightful tuna salad, served on crackers or on a bed of lettuce. There are lots of different veggies you can substitute, but these are our favorites.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (6 ounce) albacore tuna
1/2 cup celery (chopped)
1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
1/4 cup water chestnut (chopped)
2 eggs (boiled and chopped)
1/2 green pepper (chopped)
3 tablespoons pimientos (chopped)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • combine ingredients, chill at least 3 hours, serve with crackers,on lettuce leaves or in tomato shells.

TUNA FISH PEA SALAD



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An easy, QUICK, but absolutely delicious recipe that's great on sandwiches, with crackers, or even on its own. Kids love it too!

Provided by erinelz

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) can chunk light tuna in water, drained
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
¼ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise, or as needed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the tuna into a bowl with the peas, and lightly stir to break up the tuna and combine with the peas. Add the mayonnaise, garlic powder, and pepper, and stir to mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 159.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

TUNA SALAD WITH SHELLS



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups macaroni shells
1 6 1/2- or 7-ounce can tuna in oil, undrained
1 medium tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 small zucchini, finely chopped
1/4 cup drained capers
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup mayonnaise
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons minced parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook shells in boiling salted water until tender. Drain well.
  • Break tuna into chunks and combine with tomato, cucumber, zucchini and capers. Add lemon juice. Stir mayonnaise until smooth and fold in. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with parsley and basil and chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 705, UnsaturatedFat 41 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 687 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality canned tuna for the best flavor. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in brine.
  • If you don't have any frozen peas, you can use fresh peas instead. Just blanch them for a few minutes in boiling water before adding them to the salad.
  • You can add other ingredients to the salad to taste, such as chopped celery, red onion, or hard-boiled eggs.
  • If you are making the salad ahead of time, be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce or greens for a light and refreshing meal.

Conclusion:

Tuna pea salad in shells is an easy and delicious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a tasty and satisfying meal in no time.

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