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Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Healthy

Description

A delightful blend of flavors and textures in a hearty tuna pasta salad with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz whole grain pasta
  • 1 can tuna, drained
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the whole grain pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, tuna, Greek yogurt, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and peas.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This salad tastes even better the next day; perfect for meal prep.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook Assembly
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg