Tuna Pasta Salad
January 24, 2023 Neora™
Pasta Salad
| dry gluten-free pasta | 16 oz | |
| 4-ounce cans of tuna | 3 | |
| red bell pepper, chopped | 1 | |
| celery, chopped | 1 cup | |
| red onion, copped | 1/3 cup | |
| green onion, chopped (optional) | 1 | |
| fresh or frozen peas | 1 cup | |
| steamed broccoli, bite-sized florets | 1 cup | |
| capers, drained | 2 tbsps |
Dressing
| garlic, minced | 2 cloves | |
| fresh dill, chopped | 2 tbsps | |
| mayonnaise | 2/3 cup | |
| lemon juice | 1-2 tbsps | |
| dijon mustard | 1 tbsp | |
| honey | 1 tbsp | |
| Salt & pepper to taste |
This Tuna Pasta Salad comes together quickly & makes for a delicious, high protein meal!
Save this recipe for those days when you don’t have a lot of time for lunch! This pasta salad is packed with plenty of veggies and protein to keep you full! The dressing has lemon and dill which makes for a tangy and herbaceous salad.
NOTES:
- For the pasta, we used two 9-oz packages of chickpea rotini. Farfalle or macaroni would also work, or any pasta you like!
- When making the dressing, start with one tablespoon of lemon juice and add more if you prefer a tangier dressing.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook pasta according to the directions on the box.
- Steam broccoli.
- Whisk all dressing ingredients until fully combined.
- Add all salad ingredients to a large salad bowl.
- Pour dressing into salad bowl & toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with lemon wedges & extra dill. (optional)
- Serve & enjoy!
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