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Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad with Peas

Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad with Peas in creamy Greek yogurt dressing
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Perfect for potlucks or BBQs, this healthy tuna pasta salad is packed with vegetables, whole wheat pasta, and flaky tuna tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dill dressing. Serve chilled for a refreshing and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (375g) box whole wheat rotini pasta (or fusilli/penne)
  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper or sliced cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup cooked frozen peas
  • 1 (12 oz) can flaked white tuna, drained
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cool water, then add to a large bowl with cucumber, celery, red bell pepper, peas, and tuna.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.

3. Stir in chopped dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.

5. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

6. Chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

7. Serve cold with an extra sprinkle of salt and pepper if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Stir well before serving leftovers as the dressing may settle.

For extra crunch, add diced red onion or chopped pickles.

You can substitute canned salmon for tuna if preferred.

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