Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad, a perfect combination of taste and nutrition. This easy-to-make dish features tender whole wheat penne, nutrient-rich veggies like celery and peas, and a luscious avocado yogurt dressing that adds creaminess without the guilt. Whether you’re enjoying a light lunch, packing it for a picnic, or serving it as a side at family gatherings, this salad is sure to impress. With its protein-packed tuna and fiber-filled ingredients, each bite is both satisfying and wholesome. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it your own!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat penne (or gluten-free)
- 6.7 ounces tuna in olive oil (drained and flaked)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2–3 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 cup frozen green peas (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions; drain and cool in a large bowl.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, chili flakes, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over cooled pasta and stir in chopped celery, peas, red onion, and flaked tuna until evenly combined.
- Garnish with additional dill if desired before serving. Enjoy chilled!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 25mg