Tuna Pasta Salad
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Tuna Pasta Salad
Description
This Tuna Pasta Salad uses canned albacore tuna mixed with capers for a salty, briny accent. The pasta is whole wheat, offering a slightly nutty taste and chewy texture that contrasts with the crisp, peppery leaves of fresh arugula. The dressing is straightforward, with olive oil and red wine vinegar providing brightness and moisture without overpowering the natural flavors.
The salad is tossed gently to keep the arugula fresh and the tuna flaked evenly. Shaved Parmesan sprinkles on top add a subtle savory sharpness and creamy texture as a finishing touch. Ground black pepper gives mild heat throughout.
This salad works well as a quick, light meal on its own or paired with a crisp vegetable side. It offers balanced flavors and a pleasant mix of textures from tender pasta to fresh greens and flaky fish.
Ingredients
- 5 oz albacore tuna drained, canned
- 1 tbsp capers (drained)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 cup whole wheat pasta from 2 oz dry (or GF pasta, cooked
- black pepper fresh
- 1/2 oz Parmesan Cheese fresh shaved
Instructions
- In a large bowl toss tuna with capers, oil, vinegar, arugula, pasta and pepper.
- Divide on two plates and top with shaved Parmesan.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2715 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/2 of recipe | |
| Calories | 271.5kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 24.5g | 49% |
| Fat | 10.5g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 463mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.5g | 14% |
| Sugar | 1.5g | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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