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Tuna Pasta Salad

Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad with a Protein-Packed Twist

Try this Tuna Pasta Salad for a quick, nutritious, and delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Dry Protein Pasta Substitute with chickpea or lentil pasta for gluten-free options.
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna Packed in water.
  • 1 can White Kidney Beans Chickpeas can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 large Hard-Boiled Eggs Mashed avocado can replace eggs.
  • 3 stalks Scallions Green onions can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Fresh peas can be used but might require cooking.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Cottage Cheese Higher in protein than mayo.
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise Avocado mayo can be healthier.
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Use lemon juice as an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used.
  • 1 tsp Dried Dill
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • cook pot
  • Spatula
  • hand mixer or food processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine whole milk cottage cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar. Season with dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, using a hand mixer or food processor for about 1-2 minutes, then set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your dry protein pasta and cook according to the package instructions for 10-12 minutes. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a spacious mixing bowl, add the drained albacore tuna, thawed frozen peas, white kidney beans, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and sliced scallions. Pour the creamy sauce over it and fold gently.
  4. Gently fold the cooled pasta into the tuna salad mixture using a spatula.
  5. Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if necessary, enhancing flavor as desired.
  6. Transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, this salad keeps well in the refrigerator and flavors deepen over time.

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