Pesto Tuna Pasta Salad (5 Ingredient Panty Recipe)

Tuna, pesto, onions, Greek Yogurt, and pasta are all you need for this easy pantry recipe. I also add a bonus ingredient (if you have it in your fridge) of lemon for some brightness but tastes great without it too. I love when you raid your pantry like you are on Chopped and make something carb happy. All you do is mix all the ingredients in the bowl and dinner is ready. This is a very versatile dish. Substitute Greek Yogurt for mayo or leave it out. Use chimichurri sauce, or any store bought pesto like sauce. Also, you can substitute pasta for a yummy gluten free version. The key is to make dinner easy and fun!

Growing up my Dad would make me his famous tuna salad. He would always say proudly that garlic was the secret ingredient. What a difference it made. I can remember sunny weekends were I would sit on the couch and eat tuna by the bowl full. What an amazing memory. It is always amazing how a bite of food can make you remember such simple happy memories. This recipe is dedicated to my dad who was so awesome! What recipes are simple but when you eat it once bite it brings such happy memories. Share your stories below and lets all spread happy thoughts! Happy tuna salad eating and I am always grateful for you!