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Veggie Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Veggie Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe You’ll Love

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A fresh and healthy veggie tuna pasta salad with whole-wheat fusilli, arugula, zucchini, and a tangy dressing.

  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • Dressing:
    • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • ¼ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
    • ¼ cup red-wine vinegar
    • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried
    • 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • Pasta Salad:
    • 8 ounces (about 3 cups) whole-wheat fusilli
    • 3 cups baby arugula
    • 1 cup diced zucchini (about 1 medium)
    • 2 5-ounce cans chunk light tuna, drained
    • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
    • ¼ cup chopped soft sun-dried tomatoes
    • Freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by combining oil, broth, vinegar, basil, shallots, salt, and pepper in a jar. Shake well or whisk in a bowl.
  2. Cook pasta in boiling water as per package instructions. Drain and let cool in a large bowl.
  3. Add arugula, zucchini, tuna, cheese, tomatoes, pepper, and dressing to the pasta. Toss to coat evenly.

Notes

  • Use fresh basil for better flavor.
  • Adjust pepper to taste.
  • Serve chilled for best results.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossed
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg