Auntie Dicies Yummy Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Auntie Dicies Yummy Tuna Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked; 12 lb small shell pasta, cooked, rinsed and drained; 12 medium onion, minced; ½ cup chopped celery; ½ cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 cup Miracle Whip; ¼ cup plain yogurt; ¼ cup peppercorn salad dressing; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon dried celery flakes; ¼ teaspoon dill weed; 1 -2 egg, hard boiled and sliced thinly; ¼ teaspoon paprika; 1 cup parsley

Servings: persons

1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
12 lb small shell pasta, cooked, rinsed and drained
12 medium onion, minced
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup Miracle Whip
¼ cup plain yogurt
¼ cup peppercorn salad dressing
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried celery flakes
¼ teaspoon dill weed
1 -2 egg, hard boiled and sliced thinly
¼ teaspoon paprika
1 cup parsley

1
Cook pasta shells al dente.
2
Rinse with cool water and set aside.
3
Mix all ingredients except hard boiled eggs and paprika.
4
May also use mayonnaise instead of Miracle Whip and add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of sweetner to taste.
5
Adjust seasonings and add salt and pepper as desired.
6
Add more salad dressing if necessary.
7
Top with hard boiled egg slices and sprinkle with paprika.
8
Chill well before serving, preferably several hours to a day ahead.
9
May garnish with cherry tomatoes and parsley.
10
Serve with hot, crusty bread.

5460

kcal

Calories

Fat

1039

Carbs

190

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked, 12 lb small shell pasta, cooked, rinsed and drained, 12 medium onion, minced, ½ cup chopped celery, and more.

Yes, Auntie Dicies Yummy Tuna Pasta Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Auntie Dicies Yummy Tuna Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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