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Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad

Deliciously Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad for Light Meals

A vibrant and nutritious Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad perfect for light meals packed with flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta for a different option.
For the Salad
  • 2 cans Chunk Light Tuna Swap for canned salmon, shredded rotisserie chicken, or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Use any fresh herbs like dill or basil as variations.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Swap for green onions or shallots for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with diced bell peppers or any favorite veggie.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Try other crisp vegetables like celery for variety.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use Greek yogurt alone for a lighter dressing.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Adjust ratio with mayonnaise to your taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Use yellow mustard as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Substitute with apple cider vinegar for an alternative tang.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt and rotini pasta. Cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add cooled rotini pasta and chunk light tuna. Fold in cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle dressing over and stir to combine.
  4. Chill Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve: Stir before serving, adjusting seasoning if needed. Garnish with additional parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 590mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Rinse pasta with cold water after cooking to prevent sticking. Adjust dressing to personal preference by balancing mayonnaise and Greek yogurt.

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