Tuna and Pasta Salad
Quick, creamy Tuna and Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of tuna with the comforting texture of pasta, all enveloped in a light and creamy dressing. This versatile salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying a quick lunch, planning a picnic, or prepping meals for the week ahead. With its high protein content and vibrant vegetables, this dish not only satisfies your hunger but also provides essential nutrients. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious meal that’s both easy to make and incredibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3.5 oz dry elbow pasta
- 7 oz canned tuna (drained)
- ⅓ cup light sour cream
- ⅓ cup light mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup gherkins (or pickles)
- 3 large radishes (optional)
- 1 medium Lebanese cucumber
- ½ red bell pepper
- ½ red onion
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add drained tuna and diced vegetables to the dressing mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the cooled pasta until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately or divide into meal prep containers for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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