Description
Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad is a delightful combination of nutritious ingredients and vibrant flavors that everyone will enjoy. This refreshing salad features hearty whole wheat penne, protein-rich tuna, and a medley of fresh veggies, all coated in a creamy avocado yogurt dressing that delivers indulgence without the guilt. Perfect for summer picnics, quick lunches, or light dinners, this dish is not only easy to whip up in just 25 minutes but also versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own or as a side. It’s the ideal meal prep option that keeps well in the fridge for several days. Dive into this wholesome pasta salad and discover how satisfying healthy eating can be!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 Avocado (ripe)
- 1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- ½ Lemon (juiced)
- 2 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Dill
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1–2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 Teaspoon Chili Flakes
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- 2. In a blender or food processor, combine ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic cloves, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled penne with chopped celery, thawed peas, and flaked tuna.
- 4. Pour the avocado yogurt dressing over the pasta mixture and gently mix until everything is well-coated.
- 5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg