Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad • Salt & Lavender from www.saltandlavender.com
Introduction
Pasta salads are a quick and easy meal option for those who are always on the go. They are a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables, proteins, and flavors into one dish. In this recipe, we will be making a tuna pasta salad that is both healthy and delicious. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a satisfying meal that is high in protein and low in fat.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
1 pound of pasta
1 can of tuna (drained)
1/2 cup of diced red onion
1/2 cup of diced celery
1/2 cup of diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup of diced cucumber
1/2 cup of diced cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup of sliced black olives
1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup of chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup of olive oil
1/4 cup of red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon of honey
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. 2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, tuna, red onion, celery, red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and black olives. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. 4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine. 5. Add the chopped parsley, basil, and dill to the salad and mix well. 6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
This tuna pasta salad recipe serves 6 people and contains approximately:
Calories: 460
Protein: 16g
Fat: 21g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 410mg
Tips and Variations
If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can add 1/4 cup of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt to the dressing mixture.
You can use any type of pasta you like for this recipe, but we recommend using a short pasta like penne or fusilli.
You can also add additional vegetables like shredded carrots, chopped broccoli, or sliced mushrooms.
If you don't like tuna, you can substitute it with cooked chicken or shrimp.
To make this recipe vegan, you can omit the tuna and use a vegan-friendly pasta.
Conclusion
This tuna pasta salad recipe is a great meal option for those who are looking for a healthy and satisfying dish. It is easy to prepare, and you can customize it to your liking by adding additional vegetables or proteins. We hope you enjoy this recipe and give it a try!
