Difficulty Medium
Cook Time 12 min
Heat None
This vibrant Tasty Tuna Salad combines al dente penne pasta with flavorsome tuna and sharp cheddar cheese. Fresh cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet peas elevate the dish, while a zesty dressing of mayonnaise and lemon juice brings it all together. Perfect for a light lunch or picnic, every bite is a refreshing explosion of taste!
✨ AI Summary Step-by-Step Cooking Guide Ingredients 1 lb tri-color penne pasta 3 (5 oz) cans chunky tuna, drained 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese ½ cup crumbled feta cheese ½ red onion, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 orange bell pepper, diced 1 cup cucumber, diced 1 cup frozen peas, thawed 1 cup white corn (fresh, canned, or frozen) 1 cup heavy mayonnaise 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1½ cups crushed kettle chips Wasabi (optional, to taste) Directions 1 Cook penne pasta according to package directions, drain, and rinse with cold water to cool completely. 2 In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, tuna, cheddar cheese, red onion, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, peas, and corn. 3 In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, and Italian seasoning until smooth. Add wasabi if desired. 4 Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss until everything is well coated. 5 Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. 6 Just before serving, top with crumbled feta cheese and crushed kettle chips for crunch.
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