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Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad

A bright, protein-packed salad featuring whole grain pasta, tuna, and crisp vegetables dressed in a creamy Greek yogurt sauce, perfect for quick lunches or light dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 307
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz whole grain pasta About 227 g
  • 1 can tuna, drained 5 oz / 142 g
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Use low-fat or full-fat as desired.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh herbs (parsley or dill)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole grain pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. Place drained tuna in a large mixing bowl and break into flakes with a fork.
  3. Add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
  5. Add the cooled pasta to the tuna-vegetable mixture. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped parsley or dill and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 307kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g

Notes

For meal prep, store in individual containers and pack dressing separately. Best served chilled or at room temperature. Salad keeps well in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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