Best Tuna Pasta Salad
Classic Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad with Fresh Veggies and Herbs
Ingredients:
12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne, fusilli, or rotini)
1 (5 oz) can tuna packed in olive oil, drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Directions:
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooled pasta, tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, parsley, and basil to the bowl.
Toss gently to combine and coat everything evenly with the dressing.
If desired, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes (plus chilling time)
Kcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
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Fresh, zesty, and packed with flavor—this Tuna Pasta Salad is your new go-to for quick lunches and easy dinners!
Best Tuna Pasta Salad
Classic Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad with Fresh Veggies and Herbs
Ingredients:
12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne, fusilli, or rotini)
1 (5 oz) can tuna packed in olive oil, drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Directions:
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooled pasta, tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, parsley, and basil to the bowl.
Toss gently to combine and coat everything evenly with the dressing.
If desired, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes (plus chilling time)
Kcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
#tunapastasalad #pasta #seafoodsalad #mediterraneanfood #easyrecipes #healthymeals #summereats #pastaideas #saladrecipes #quicklunch #foodie #mealprep #freshherbs #familyfriendly #tunalover #healthyeating #lightmeals #homemadesalad #coldpasta #nutritiousmeals
Fresh, zesty, and packed with flavor—this Tuna Pasta Salad is your new go-to for quick lunches and easy dinners!
