Best Creamy Curry Tuna Pasta Salad Recipes

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CURRIED TUNA SALAD



Curried Tuna Salad image

The best tuna salad you will ever have packed with curry flavor, red grapes, carrots, and green onions. Healthy and delicious.

Provided by Kristen McCaffrey

Categories     Lunch     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tbsp nonfat Greek yogurt
3 tbsp light mayonnaise
1 tbsp curry powder (more to taste)
1 tbsp mango chutney (more to taste)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
15 oz. canned tuna (drained)
1/3 cup red grapes, chopped
1/4 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup carrots, diced
2 tbsp green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, curry powder, mango chutney, salt, and pepper. Taste and add more curry powder as needed.
  • Stir in the tuna. Then fold in the grapes, celery, carrots, and green onions.
  • Refrigerate for one hour or more before serving if possible.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2/3 cup, Calories 211 cal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 27 g, Fiber 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 814 mg, Sugar 4 g

CREAMY TUNA PASTA SALAD



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This creamy salad combines pasta & tuna to create the perfect light lunch or side to supper! With the addition of pickles, cheese, and peas it is sure to be a hit!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups rotini pasta (measured dry)
6 ounces canned tuna (drained)
½ cup celery (diced)
3 green onions (sliced)
¾ cup baby peas (defrosted and drained)
1 cup cheddar cheese (diced (optional))
⅔ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon white vinegar
salt & pepper to taste
½ teaspoon dried dill

Steps:

  • Combine all dressing ingredients and set aside.
  • Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 406 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CURRIED TUNA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Two 6 ounce cans white meat tuna packed in water, drained
3 tablespoons minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes, drained
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
1 tablespoon golden raisins, plumped in 2 tablespoons warm water for 10 minutes, drained
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, like soy, peanut, or corn
2 teaspoons Madras-style curry powder
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice plus more to taste
Serving suggestions: 2 cups mixed lettuces or 3 to 4 pita breads

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl break the tuna up with a fork. Toss with the onion, fresh coriander, and raisins.
  • In a small saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat, add the curry powder, and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove pan from the heat and set oil aside to cool.
  • Add the curry oil to the mayonnaise, season with salt, and pepper to taste and add the lime juice. Gently mix the tuna with the seasoned mayonnaise. Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.
  • Yield: 3 to 4 servings

CREAMY TUNA PASTA SALAD



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This is my favorite tuna and pasta salad! You can use any type of pasta you like, but I prefer the shells. Cook time is chill time.

Provided by lilchris

Categories     Tuna

Time 3h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained and flaked
1 lb medium pasta shell
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package. Rinse with cold water and drain well.
  • Meanwhile, combine tuna, celery, and onion in large bowl.
  • In smaller mixing bowl, combine mayo, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and dry mustard.
  • Add pasta to tuna mixture. Spoon mayo mixture over tuna and stir until well blended.
  • Refrigerate 3 hours or until chilled.

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