Description
Dill Pickle Tuna Pasta Salad is a refreshing and protein-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a quick lunch or a picnic. This delightful recipe combines the savory flavors of tuna with zesty dill pickles and a creamy Greek yogurt-based dressing, offering a healthier twist on traditional pasta salads. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can easily whip up this versatile salad that can be customized to suit your taste. It’s not only delicious but also great for meal prep, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Serve it chilled for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cans skipjack tuna
- 8 oz protein pasta (small variety)
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅔ cup mayo
- ½ cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup scallions, thinly sliced
- Dill and ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the protein pasta according to package directions. Strain and cool under cold running water.
- In a large bowl or mason jar, combine Greek yogurt, mayo, white vinegar, lemon juice, dill, ranch seasoning, avocado oil, pickle juice, and salt; mix well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, skipjack tuna (drained), minced garlic, scallions, and diced cucumber; gently stir to mix.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and mix thoroughly until everything is coated evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 60mg