Evacuation Tuna & Pasta Salad π₯
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Description:
Living on the coast, we are sometimes forced to evacuate during hurricane season. Put this salad in a covered bowl and throw it in the cooler. Itβs an entire meal in one bowl and itβs easy to serve. Dish it up into a cup and you can eat it in the car, camper, or motel room in our case! Thatβs why we call it βEvacuation Tuna & Pasta Saladβ! Perfect for summer gatherings or quick meals under 60 minutes. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavors.
Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Rotelle pasta | 3 cups |
Hard-boiled eggs | 3 |
Solid white tuna | 1 can |
Cheddar cheese | 3/4 cup |
Celery | 3/4 cup |
Onion | 1/4 cup |
Lima beans | 1/2 cup |
Mayonnaise | 1 cup |
Lemon | 3/4 β 1 |
Sugar | 1/2 teaspoon |
Black pepper | 1 teaspoon |
Paprika | 1/2 teaspoon |
Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
Instructions:
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Cook Rotelle Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rotelle pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool completely.
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Prepare Salad Ingredients: While the pasta is cooking, prepare the salad ingredients. Chop the hard-boiled eggs, cheddar cheese, celery, and onion into small bite-sized pieces. Drain the solid white tuna and flake it with a fork. Rinse the lima beans under cold water if using canned.
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Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled rotelle pasta, chopped hard-boiled eggs, flaked solid white tuna, cheddar cheese, celery, onion, and lima beans. Toss gently to mix everything evenly.
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Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing together mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice (start with 3/4 of a lemon and adjust to taste), sugar, black pepper, paprika, and salt. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
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Mix Dressing with Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This salad can also be prepared ahead of time and chilled overnight. Serve chilled as a refreshing meal or side dish.
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Enjoy: Serve the Evacuation Tuna & Pasta Salad as a convenient meal option during evacuations, picnics, potlucks, or any summer gathering. Itβs also perfect for quick meals on busy weekdays. Enjoy the delicious flavors and the convenience of having a nutritious meal in one bowl! π½οΈπ₯
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 317.1
- Total Fat: 10.1g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7g
- Cholesterol: 96.1mg
- Sodium: 531.7mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 36.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 5.7g
- Sugars: 1.8g
- Protein: 20.5g
Recipe Notes:
- You can customize this salad by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- Substitute the solid white tuna with canned salmon or chicken for variation.
- Make sure to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just make sure to give it a good stir before serving.