Healthy tuna pasta salad with Greek yogurt dressing, corn, red peppers, and fresh herbs served in a bowl makes a quick and easy meal!
If you are on the hunt for a dish that’s quick to whip up, endlessly satisfying, and loved by all ages, then look no further than The Best Tuna Pasta Salad.
Tuna pasta salad with corn is a wholesome dish packed with protein, fiber, and fresh vegetables, making it both filling and nutritious. The Greek yogurt dressing gives a creamy texture without the heaviness of mayonnaise. Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish and balances the richness of the tuna. Sweet corn and crisp red peppers add a pop of color and natural sweetness. Red onion provides a subtle bite, making every forkful more exciting.
The combination of parsley and garlic creates a light, herbaceous aroma.
This dish works perfectly as a quick lunch, picnic favorite, or healthy dinner.
Variations include swapping corn for peas, adding olives, or using whole wheat pasta for extra fiber.
You can replace tuna with grilled chicken, salmon, or chickpeas for different tastes.
This recipe is great because it’s nutritious, budget-friendly, and ready in under 30 minutes.
This salad is great for warm summer days, family gatherings, or quick work lunches. It’s versatile enough to be enjoyed as a main course, a side dish, or even a make-ahead meal for picnics and potlucks. Enjoy!
- 8 oz uncooked pasta, such as rotini
- 6,5 oz cans tuna, drained
- 1 cup corn, thawed
- 1 cup diced red capsicum
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ⅔ cups plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 teaspoons minced parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.
- Drain and rinse with cold water until the pasta is no longer hot and then place in a large bowl.
- Meanwhile make the dressing by mixing the yoghurt, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, mustard, salt and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Add the capsicum, corn, tuna and onion to the pasta bowl.
- Pour over the dressing and gently toss until well combined.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve chilled.
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