Description
Looking for a delicious and nutritious dish that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family dinners? Our Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad with Peas (Serve Cold) is the answer! This vibrant salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Featuring whole wheat pasta paired with protein-rich canned tuna and a medley of fresh vegetables, it’s coated in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing that keeps things light and flavorful. Not only does this salad deliver on taste, but it’s also packed with wholesome ingredients that will satisfy your hunger without the guilt. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or as a delightful side dish at your next gathering!
Ingredients
- Whole wheat rotini pasta
- Canned flaked tuna
- Chopped cucumber
- Chopped celery
- Chopped red bell pepper or cherry tomatoes
- Cooked frozen peas
- Greek yogurt
- Light mayonnaise
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add chopped cucumber, celery, red bell pepper (or tomatoes), peas, and drained tuna to the bowl. Mix gently.
- In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 25mg