Chilled Tuna & Pea Salad in Pasta Shells
Experience a refreshing burst of flavor with our Chilled Tuna & Pea Salad in Pasta Shells. This delightful dish combines the rich textures of albacore tuna, crisp celery, and sweet peas, embraced by creamy sour cream and mayonnaise dressing, all nestled inside cool jumbo pasta shells. Perfect for a breezy lunch or a light dinner, this make-ahead salad captures the essence of summer in every bite, letting the flavors meld overnight for a truly harmonious taste. Enjoy a satisfying and nutritious meal that hits the spot on hot summer days.
8
Servings
200
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
frozen peas
9 ounces (cooked, drained, cooled)
large shell macaroni
16 (for stuffing)
albacore tuna
6.5 ounces (drained, flaked)
celery
1/2 cup (chopped)
sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons
green onion
1 tablespoon (chopped)
eggs
2 (hard boiled, chopped)
sour cream
1/2 cup
mayonnaise
1/4 cup
lemon juice
1 teaspoon
dill weed
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Cook the macaroni shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well and immediately immerse in a bowl of cold water to cool.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the albacore tuna, chopped celery, sweet pickle relish, chopped green onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs.
3
Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill weed to the tuna mixture. Stir to blend all ingredients smoothly.
4
Gently fold in the cooked, cooled, and drained peas until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
5
Drain the cooled macaroni shells and place them on a serving platter.
6
Carefully spoon about 1/4 cup of the tuna mixture into each macaroni shell, ensuring they are generously filled.
7
Cover the platter with plastic wrap and refrigerate the filled shells until they are thoroughly chilled, preferably overnight to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition Information
15g
Carbs
11.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Chilled Tuna & Pea Salad in Pasta Shells.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
What type of tuna is used in this salad?
The recipe calls for 6.5 ounces of albacore tuna, drained and flaked.
What kind of pasta is needed for this dish?
You will need 16 large shell macaroni pieces suitable for stuffing.
How should the pasta shells be prepared?
Cook them according to package instructions until al dente, drain, and immediately immerse in cold water to cool.
Are the peas used in the recipe fresh or frozen?
The recipe uses 9 ounces of frozen peas that are cooked, drained, and cooled.
How much protein is in a serving of this tuna salad?
There are 11.25g of protein per serving.
What are the carbohydrate contents of this dish?
Each serving contains 15g of carbohydrates.
What ingredients make up the creamy dressing?
The dressing consists of sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dill weed.
Are there eggs in this tuna salad?
Yes, the recipe includes 2 hard-boiled eggs that are chopped.
What kind of relish is recommended?
The recipe specifies 2 tablespoons of sweet pickle relish.
How much celery should I add?
Use 1/2 cup of chopped celery.
What type of onion is used in the mixture?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of chopped green onion.
How long should the filled shells be refrigerated?
They should be chilled until thoroughly cold, preferably overnight to enhance the flavors.
Can this recipe be made ahead of time?
Yes, it is a make-ahead salad that benefits from sitting in the refrigerator overnight.
How much filling goes into each pasta shell?
Carefully spoon about 1/4 cup of the tuna mixture into each macaroni shell.
Is this dish served warm or cold?
This is a chilled dish, perfect for hot summer days.
How much dill weed is used for seasoning?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of dill weed.
What is the total number of ingredients used?
There are 11 ingredients in this recipe.
Is there lemon juice in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
How much sour cream is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of sour cream.
How much mayonnaise is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of mayonnaise.
When should the peas be added to the mixture?
The peas should be gently folded in after the tuna, dressing, and other vegetables are blended.
What is the recommended category for this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Tuna.
What tags are associated with this dish?
Tags include tuna, salad, pasta shells, summer, make-ahead, light meal, seafood, cold dish, and refreshing.
What should be done to the pasta shells immediately after draining?
Immediately immerse them in a bowl of cold water to cool them down.
Does the recipe include any preparation for the tuna?
Yes, the tuna should be drained and flaked before being added to the mixture.
Should the platter be covered while chilling?
Yes, cover the platter with plastic wrap before placing it in the refrigerator.
What is the main texture profile of this salad?
It combines rich albacore tuna, crisp celery, and sweet peas in a creamy dressing.