It’s been one of those weeks where I haven’t gone food shopping and have limited ingredients on hand, so a pantry staple meal was a bit of a must. This tuna apple pasta salad is my absolute go-to. It’s the perfect lunch, dinner, or side and has been a favorite of mine for years! It’s made with five simple ingredients, three of which are pantry staples. The flavor combo may sound a bit weird, I know, but, trust me, it’s amazing!
Making this tuna apple pasta salad is always a bit of a comfort for me. I feel like pasta dishes are always a bit comforting, and this one specifically reminds me of my mom. She first made this for me when I was in high school after adapting it herself from some recipe she found. Since then, I’ve been making it for myself (and friends) on repeat with a few tweaks over the years. It’s super simple, and you can make a nice batch to last you for the week (although it will probably be gone in a day or two in my experience).
Here’s What You’ll Need:
8 oz cooked pasta of choice (I like to use chickpea pasta to make it GF)
2 cans tuna, drained
4 celery stalks, sliced
1-2 granny smith apples (depending on size), cubed
1/2 cup avocado oil mayo (or mayo of choice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Mix together the cooked pasta, tuna, celery, apple, mayo, and salt and pepper to taste.
That’s it! Enjoy!
Whether you’re enjoying this for lunch or making it as a side for a party, it’s sure to be a hit. Let me know what you think in the comments below!