Description
Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad is the perfect blend of nutrition and flavor, making it an ideal choice for any meal. This refreshing salad combines whole wheat penne with protein-packed tuna, crisp celery, and vibrant peas, all enveloped in a luscious avocado yogurt dressing. In just minutes, you can create a dish that not only delights your taste buds but also nourishes your body. Whether you’re preparing a quick lunch or planning for a summer barbecue, this pasta salad is versatile enough to satisfy everyone at the table. With its creamy texture and wholesome ingredients, it’s a delightful addition to your meal rotation.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat penne
- 2–3 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 cup frozen green peas (thawed)
- 6.7 ounces tuna in olive oil (drained and flaked)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1–2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions; drain and cool.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, mustard, chili flakes, and garlic; blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with chopped celery, peas, red onion, and flaked tuna.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture; gently stir until everything is well coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg