Tuna pasta salad: A quick, delicious dish for parties and dinners

At parties, bowls of salad are the center of attention. Everyone eagerly reaches for them and serves themselves a portion. Instead of making the usual vegetable or gyros salad, prepare a simple and tasty tuna salad.

Salads can be more than just a regular snack; they can make quite a filling cold dish. This is especially true here, where pasta joins tuna and vegetables in the bowl. This salad isn't just a great party appetizer and a delicious dinner for the whole family.

When I tried it for the first time at my neighbor's housewarming party, I immediately took the recipe. I wasn't the only one; the bowl of salad emptied fast. Since then, it has become a must-have whenever friends come for a meal. It's a delightful change from the salads that often appear at parties, and it’s effortless to prepare.

Try this recipe when you don’t have time to make complicated dishes but still want to treat guests to something tasty. Tuna Salad can be made in just a few minutes without unnecessary mess. To lighten it up, replace mayonnaise with thick natural yogurt. Choose your favorite type of pasta—penne, fusilli, or elbow pasta will all work well.

Ingredients:                

• 7 oz cooked pasta
• About 6 oz tuna in vegetable oil
• A few cherry tomatoes
• Half a can of corn
• 4 pickled cucumbers
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon spicy mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:        

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain it thoroughly and transfer it to a bowl.
2. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, and dice the cucumbers.
3. Add the tomatoes, cucumbers, chopped chives, and drained corn to the bowl with the pasta.
4. Drain the tuna from the oil and add it to the salad.
5. Add mayonnaise or natural yogurt, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste.

You can also sprinkle the whole dish with roasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds. Enjoy your meal!