Tuna Pasta Salad
No stove required beyond boiling pasta. Good cold, good for meal prep, and easy to double for a crowd.
20 min · ~$1.60/serving · 4 servings · Everything on this list is available at any major grocery store (Walmart, Aldi, Kroger, etc.)
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Everything on this list is available at any major grocery store (Walmart, Aldi, Kroger, etc.)
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Feeding 4 people · Est. total: $6.40 (prices vary by store and region)
Ingredients
- 3 cup Pasta (any short shape)
- 2 can Canned tuna, drained
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- ½ cup Mayonnaise or plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Add frozen peas to the pot in the last 2 minutes of cooking, then drain both together.
- Rinse briefly under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, mix tuna, mayonnaise or yogurt, and lemon juice.
- Add pasta and peas, toss to coat, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately or chill for later — keeps well 3-4 days refrigerated.
Cost estimate last checked 2026-08-09. Actual prices vary by location and store — this is a planning estimate, not a guarantee.