Filling High Protein Cottage Cheese Tuna Pasta Salad
This simple pasta salad fills you up and gives a protein boost with a creamy mix of cottage cheese and tuna, complemented by crunchy celery and a mild bite from red onion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked pasta Use short pasta shapes like rotini or shells.
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1 cup cottage cheese Low-fat cottage cheese can be used.
- ½ cup diced celery
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (optional) Swap plain Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- Salt and pepper to taste Adjust salt after chilling.
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, cottage cheese, diced celery, and diced red onion.
- If desired, add mayonnaise and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
Serve chilled or slightly cold. It works as a main for lunch or a hearty side at dinner. Spoon onto a bed of greens for extra veggies and add a lemon wedge for a bright finish. Store in an airtight container in the fridge and use within 3 days for best texture and freshness. Stir gently before serving if liquid separates.