Pasta Salad With Tuna

Pasta Salad With Tuna

Tuna Pasta Salad is a fresh and versatile dish that combines cooked pasta, canned tuna, and a variety of ingredients such as greens, olives, and dressings. It is ideal for light and nutritious meals, as it offers a balanced mixture of carbohydrates and proteins. Its simplicity and variety of flavors make it a popular choice for lunches and picnics.

Ingredients:

• 250 g of pasta (penne, spirals, fusilli, etc.)

• 1 can of tuna in water or oil, drained

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half

• 1/2 cucumber, cut into cubes

• 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into strips

• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup olives (black or green), sliced

• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional, for flavor)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Salad the dressing:

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 garlic clove, crushed or minced very fine

• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparing a delicious tuna pasta salad is quick and easy! Mix cooked pasta, canned tuna, fresh vegetables and your favorite dressing for a tasty and nutritious meal.

Indications:

1. Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water following the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Let it cool completely.
2. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper. Beat well until the mixture is combined. Taste and adjust the seasonings according to your preferences.
3. Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta.
4. Add the dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently so that everything is well coated.
5. Add the fresh basil: If you are using fresh basil, add it to the salad and mix gently.
6. Season and refrigerate: Taste the salad and add more salt and pepper if needed. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend well.
7. Serve: Once the salad has rested in the fridge, serve it cold and enjoy. Ready! You will have a tasty tuna pasta salad perfect for any occasion. You can adapt the recipe according to your personal preferences, adding other ingredients such as corn, grated carrots or avocado.