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Tuna Pasta Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing: A Healthy Twist!


  • Author: Mia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A refreshing and healthy Tuna Pasta Salad made with Greek yogurt dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (your choice)
  • 1 can tuna, drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or olives.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Tuna Pasta Salad, Greek Yogurt Dressing, Healthy Salad, Mediterranean Salad