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Easy Tuna Pasta Salad

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A quick and filling pasta salad featuring protein-rich tuna, perfect for warm days and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces dry protein pasta
  • 2 5-ounce cans albacore tuna in water
  • 1 15.5-ounce can Cannellini beans, drained
  • 4 large hard-boiled eggs
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup whole milk cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2-4 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Boil the protein pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
  2. Prepare ingredients: While pasta cooks, drain the tuna and chop the scallions. Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs.
  3. Mix the dressing: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  4. Combine ingredients: Add canned tuna, drained Cannellini beans, sliced scallions, frozen peas, hard-boiled eggs, cottage cheese, and cooled pasta into the bowl with dressing.
  5. Toss together: Gently mix all ingredients until well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

Choose high-quality tuna for the best flavor. Optional add-ins include chopped bell peppers, carrots, or olives for extra crunch.

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