Description
Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad is a deliciously satisfying dish that combines wholesome ingredients with a refreshing twist. This salad features tender whole wheat penne pasta, vibrant veggies, and a creamy avocado yogurt dressing that makes it both nutritious and irresistibly tasty. Perfect for quick lunches, picnics, or family dinners, this recipe is packed with protein and fiber to keep you feeling full and energized.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Whole Wheat Penne (or gluten-free)
- 2–3 Celery Stalks (chopped)
- 1 Cup Frozen Green Peas (thawed)
- 6.7 ounces Tuna in Olive Oil (drained and flaked)
- 1 Avocado (very ripe)
- 1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Dill
- ½ Lemon (juiced)
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1–2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 Teaspoon Chili Flakes (or to taste)
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions, then drain and cool in a large bowl.
- Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and chili flakes until smooth to make the dressing.
- Combine the cooled pasta with chopped celery, thawed peas, tuna, and pour the dressing over; mix gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 30mg