YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Lemon-Herb Tuna Pasta Salad
Enjoy a vibrant, creamy pasta salad that combines tender chunks of tuna with whole wheat pasta, crisp vegetables, and a refreshing lemon-herb dressing. This dish strikes a perfect balance between tangy, creamy, and herby flavors, making it a versatile choice for any meal of the day.
INGREDIENTS
1 can (5 oz) Tuna in Water
1 cup cooked Whole Wheat Pasta
1 large Boiled Egg
2 tbsp Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1 tsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup diced Celery
1/4 cup diced Red Bell Pepper
1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice (from about 1/2 lemon)
Pinch of Fresh Lemon Zest
1 tbsp chopped Fresh Herbs (Parsley or Dill)
PREPARATION
Cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
In a medium bowl, combine the drained canned tuna and chopped boiled egg. Flake the tuna and roughly chop the egg.
Add diced celery and red bell pepper to the bowl.
In a small bowl, mix together the nonfat Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir in the chopped fresh herbs.
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Add the cooled pasta to the bowl and toss lightly to combine all flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.