Description
Dill Pickle Tuna Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the delightful taste of dill pickles, protein-packed tuna, and creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for lunches, picnics, or meal prep, this salad offers a satisfying balance of flavors and textures. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes, you can have a delicious meal ready to serve in no time. This versatile recipe allows for customization with your favorite veggies, ensuring it’s as unique as your taste. Enjoy it on its own or as a side at gatherings; it’s sure to be a hit for everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cans skipjack tuna (preferably dill pickle tuna)
- 8 oz protein pasta (small shapes like shells or macaroni)
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup scallions/green onions
- Dill pickles (for flavor)
- Garlic cloves
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; strain and cool with cold water.
- In a bowl or jar, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, dill, ranch seasoning, avocado oil, pickle juice, and salt until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, drained tuna, minced garlic, scallions, and cucumber.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir gently until everything is coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg