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Healthy High Protein Cottage Cheese Tuna Pasta Salad

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A refreshing and nutritious tuna pasta salad packed with protein from cottage cheese, perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole wheat pasta
  • 1 can tuna, drained
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (optional, such as parsley or dill)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the veggies by chopping your celery, bell pepper, and red onion into evenly sized pieces.
  3. Combine the drained tuna, cooked pasta, cottage cheese, chopped veggies, and any fresh herbs in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Mix the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) and mustard. Season with salt and pepper and pour over the pasta salad mixture.
  5. Chill the salad by covering it and refrigerating for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added creaminess, consider including diced avocado. Adjust ingredient ratios based on your storage time.

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