Creamy Pasta Salad With Tuna And Vegetables Low Fat Recipe

This vibrant and light Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad is bursting with fresh flavors! Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or potluck contribution, this recipe is quick to prepare (ready in under 30 minutes!) and even better the next day. We use a low-fat creamy dressing to keep it healthy, but don't sacrifice flavor – the fresh dill, red pepper, and cucumber combine beautifully with the tuna. Feel free to customize it with your favorite herbs or even omit the tuna for a vegetarian option. Get ready for a refreshing taste sensation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 263.2 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
Creamy Pasta Salad With Tuna And Vegetables Low Fat 18

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Creamy Pasta Salad With Tuna And Vegetables Low Fat

  1. Cook 8 ounces rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool quickly.
  2. While pasta cooks, finely chop 1/2 cup red bell pepper, 1/2 cup cucumber, and 2 green onions.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rotini, chopped red pepper, cucumber, and green onions.
  4. Add 5 ounces of tuna in water, drained.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 2 tablespoons parsley), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir gently to combine.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy! Garnish with extra dill or parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

5g

Carbs

11g