Reduced Fat Tuna Tarragon Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Reduced Fat Tuna Tarragon Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups small shell pasta; ¾ cup penne pasta; ½ cup fettuccine pasta; 5 ounces tuna (drained); 2 tablespoons dried celery flakes; ¾ tablespoon tarragon; ½ cup sweet pickle relish; ¾ cup sweet pickle juice; ⅞ cup fat-free mayonnaise; ⅞ cup fat free sour cream; ½ teaspoon canola oil

Servings: persons

1
Bring 8 cups of water to boil in medium pot adding a splash of oil.
2
Add pasta and return to boil, stir and cook for 10-11 minutes.
3
Immediately drain and rinse with cold water; put back into pot with cold.
4
water and some ice.
5
In a medium bowl, flake tuna into little bits and add dressing ingredients.
6
Whisk to blend and smooth dressing.
7
Drain pasta, add splash of oil to it and toss with dressing in bowl to mix.
8
Place in fridge for a few hours.
9
To serve splash with a touch of sweet pickle juice and toss again.
10
Let everyone salt/pepper to taste.

1230

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

Carbs

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups small shell pasta, ¾ cup penne pasta, ½ cup fettuccine pasta, 5 ounces tuna (drained), and more.

Yes, Reduced Fat Tuna Tarragon 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!

Reduced Fat Tuna Tarragon Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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