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Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad: A Delightful Cold Dish!

A refreshing and creamy pasta salad featuring tuna, vegetables, and a tangy dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 can 12 ounces tuna in water, drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the tuna and vegetables. Pour the dressing over the top and gently toss everything together until well combined.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider mixing in some diced bell peppers or celery.
  • Substitute the tuna with canned chicken or chickpeas for a different protein option.

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