Ultimate Spicy Tuna Pasta Salad: A Creamy, Flavorful Twist
A delicious and spicy twist on the classic tuna pasta salad, featuring creamy ingredients and a burst of flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and drained tuna.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Sriracha sauce, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Add the diced bell pepper, chopped red onion, and celery to the pasta and tuna mixture.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add more Sriracha to taste.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Spicy Tuna, Pasta Salad, Creamy Tuna Salad, Quick Meals