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Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad

Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad


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  • Author: nora
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Description

Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad is a delightful, mayo-free dish that combines the richness of ripe avocado and Greek yogurt to create a creamy dressing without the extra calories. This salad is perfect for summer picnics, quick lunches, or as a nutritious side for dinner. Packed with protein-rich tuna, whole wheat pasta, and vibrant veggies like peas and celery, it’s not just satisfying but also a healthier alternative to traditional pasta salads. With its bright flavors from garlic, dill, and lemon, this recipe is bound to become a favorite for both meal prep and gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces Whole Wheat Penne (or gluten-free)
  • 2–3 Celery Stalks (chopped)
  • 1 Cup Frozen Green Peas (thawed)
  • ½ Red Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 6.7 ounces Tuna in Olive Oil (drained and flaked)
  • 1 Avocado (very ripe)
  • 1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Dill
  • ½ Lemon (juiced)
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1–2 Garlic Cloves (minced)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Whole Wheat Penne according to package directions. Drain and set aside in a large bowl to cool.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic cloves, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cooled pasta. Add in chopped celery, peas, red onion, and tuna. Gently mix until everything is well coated.
  4. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with additional dill if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 295
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg