Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad, a perfect blend of protein-packed tuna, colorful vegetables, and a creamy avocado yogurt dressing. This dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but also versatile enough for any occasion, whether it’s a picnic, potluck, or a light weekday lunch. The avocado dressing adds a nutritious twist without sacrificing flavor, making it both satisfying and guilt-free. Customize it with your favorite veggies or enjoy it as is!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
- 6.7 ounces tuna in olive oil (drained)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2–3 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 cup frozen green peas (thawed)
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- Fresh dill, garlic cloves, chili flakes, kosher salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions; drain and allow to cool.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic cloves, and chili flakes; blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta with chopped celery, thawed peas, and flaked tuna.
- Pour the creamy dressing over the salad ingredients; stir until well combined.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 45mg