Description
Enjoy this refreshing Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta (e.g., fusilli, penne)
- 1 can (15 ounces) tuna, drained (preferably in water)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup frozen peas, thawed
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add whole wheat pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
- While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, peas, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- For enhanced flavor, cover the salad and refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
- After chilling, stir lightly again before serving if desired. Enjoy it on its own or with some crusty bread.
Notes
- This salad can be prepared in advance and kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or add feta cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg