Cavatappi Pasta Salad with Tuna and Olives

Served at room temperature or chilled, this delicious cavatappi pasta salad with tuna and black olives is perfect for picnics and potlucks.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 773 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
• 2 cups mayonnaise
• kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 (16 ounce) package cavatappi pasta
• 2 (11 ounce) cans albacore tuna, drained
• 0.5 medium white onion, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add cavatappi and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 9 to 10 minutes. Drain and run under cold water until no longer hot. Drain again and transfer to a big bowl.

Step 2

Add mayonnaise, tuna, olives, celery, onion, salt, and pepper to the pasta; toss until fully combined. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.