High Protein Tuna Pasta Salad
A colorful and satisfying tuna pasta salad packed with protein and vibrant veggies, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
- Whole grain pasta
- Canned tuna
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Bell pepper
- Red onion
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the whole grain pasta according to the package instructions. Once it’s al dente, drain it and let the pasta cool completely.
- Prepare the vegetables by combining the drained tuna, chopped cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, and diced red onion in a large bowl.
- Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the veggies and tuna.
- Create the dressing by drizzling the mixture with olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice, then seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until well combined and serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add more dressing before serving if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 40mg