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Tuna Pasta Salad

Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad with High-Protein Twist

This Tuna Pasta Salad is a protein-packed delight with creamy dressing, perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or a satisfying lunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Dry Protein Pasta opt for high-protein versions
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna in Water wild-caught recommended
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans drained and rinsed
  • 3 large Hard-Boiled Eggs chopped
  • 2 stalks Scallions finely chopped
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas thawed
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Cottage Cheese creamy base
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise use Duke’s for best results
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar for tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard adds heat
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill can substitute with fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust seasoning

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine cottage cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar. Add dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 7-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. While the pasta cools, drain the tuna and chop the hard-boiled eggs and scallions. Rinse the cannellini beans and thaw the peas.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add the tuna, peas, beans, chopped eggs, and scallions. Pour the dressing over and stir gently.
  5. Gently fold in the cooled pasta. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Cover the bowl or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and is perfect for meal prep. Store in jars for easy grabbing!

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