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Snap Bean and Tuna Salad

Snap Bean and Tuna Salad


Prep
20 min		 Cook
15 min		 Total Time
35 min
Servings: 8

Ingredients

14-ounce package elbow macaroni
15 ounces snaptrim beans (cut in 1-inch pieces)
1/2 can tuna packed in water (drained and flaked with a fork, about 6 ounces)
1/2 cup sweet pickles (diced, if you like)
1/2 cup onions (diced)
1 cup plain lowfat yogurt
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Prepare elbow macaroni according to package directions and drain. If using fresh snap beans, trim and cook until tender.

  2. In a large bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper.

  3. Add green beans, onions, and tuna. If using sweet pickles, add those too. Toss dressing and  macaroni mixture until all ingredients are well-coated.

  4. Chill before serving.