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Dill Pickle Tuna Pasta Salad


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  • Author: mohamed-belafkihgmail-com
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A fun and tasty twist on traditional pasta salads, packed with protein and flavor.


Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ⅔ cup mayo
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dill
  • 1.5 tablespoon ranch seasoning
  • ¼ cup avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 5 (3 oz) cans skipjack tuna
  • 8 oz protein pasta (preferably shells or macaroni)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • ¼ cup scallions/green onions (about 3 stalks thinly sliced)
  • ½ cucumber diced
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the protein pasta according to the package directions. Strain it and quickly cool it by running cold water over it.
  2. In a bowl or mason jar, mix together the sauce ingredients until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, add the pasta, tuna, minced garlic, scallions, and diced cucumber. Stir to combine.
  4. Pour in the sauce and mix well. Taste and add additional salt if needed.
  5. Store in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

Notes

For a creamier texture, add more Greek yogurt or mayo. You can also add diced bell peppers or celery for crunch.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg