5 Tips for Using Canned Tuna in Pasta Salad

Flake the tuna gently with a fork Do not mash it into paste. Overworking the tuna ruins its texture.

Add the tuna last Mix and dress everything else first, then fold in the tuna gently. This avoids stirring it into mush.

Use oil-packed tuna It holds together better than water-packed. If you use water-packed, drain it well and pat it dry with a paper towel.

Let the pasta cool completely Warm pasta releases steam and moisture, which softens the tuna too quickly.

Treat tuna as a delicate final ingredient Handle it minimally to keep its texture intact.