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This Tuna Pasta Salad is not only healthy, filling, and utterly delicious, it is easy to make and loaded with flavor. Made with protein-packed tuna, peas, whole-wheat pasta, celery, and then tossed in a tasty and creamy avocado yogurt dressing.
This tuna pasta salad recipe is best served cold. It can easily be made ahead to take to potlucks and holiday gatherings. Tossed in an easy creamy sauce that’s made with avocados and yogurt for the creamy base. The best tuna pasta recipe you will ever have and a classic favorite in every household.
HOW TO MAKE TUNA PASTA SALAD
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside in a large bowl to cool.
- Place all sauce/dressing ingredients into a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth and well combined.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning. Pour the sauce over the pasta, and stir in the celery, peas, and tuna. Then, mix with a spatula until nicely coated.
- Finally, divide into bowls and enjoy!
Tuna Pasta Salad Dressing
1 very ripe avocado
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill, plus more to garnish
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp chili flakes, or to taste
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A few questions that you may have. Feel free to leave us a comment in the comment section below if you have any other questions.
How long does Tuna Pasta Salad Last in the fridge
To preserve shelf life, store the tuna salad in an airtight container. Store in the fridge up to 3-5 days.
Can you eat tuna pasta cold
Tuna pasta salad can be served cold. It is one of those dishes that tastes even better the next day and does not need to be reheated. Enjoy right out of the fridge.
What to use instead of mayo
Some great options to replace mayo with would be some low-fat Greek yogurt, avocado, hummus, pesto, and mustard.
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Creamy and Healthy Tuna Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- 8 oz Whole Wheat Penne, or gluten-free
- 2-3 Celery Stalks, chopped
- 1 Cup Frozen Green Peas, thawed
- 6.7 oz Tuna in Olive Oil, 1 jar, drained and flaked
- ½ Red Onion, thinly sliced, to garnish
For the creamy sauce/dressing:
- 1 Avocado, very ripe
- 1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Dill, plus more to garnish
- ½ Lemon, juiced
- 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1-2 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 Tsp Chili Flakes, or to taste
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside in a large bowl to cool.
- Place all sauce/dressing ingredients into a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Pour the sauce over the pasta, and stir in the celery, peas, and tuna. Mix with a spatula until nicely coated. Divide into bowls and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This was delicious! I did not have plain yogurt so substituted Miracle Whip. even husband who hates canned tuna enjoyed it!
Yay. Thanks for the feedback
Who knew I liked dill. Yum. Easy meal prep for work and weekend lunch when living in a hot place! I added incapsicum and doubled the tuna to 2 cans for extra protein. Thanks 🙂
What is the serving size? Can’t wait to try this…
one bowl or around 2 cups
It was delicious. I substituted peas broccoli and added diced red pepper, chopped freah coriander a little more dijon mustard
Hi Libby,
Did you substitute peas with broccoli and diced pepper?
Also did you use coriander and dill or was that a substitute