Summer pasta salad with tuna and greens topcook.tomathouse.com
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 small shallot, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, chopped (ends removed)
- 220 g of farfalle pasta (bow ties)
- 1 can (140g) albacore tuna chunks, preferably in olive oil, patted dry
- 0.5 cup torn fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced celery
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh chives
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
Preparation:
- In a large saucepan, bring salted water to a boil.
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper.
- Cook the green beans in boiling water until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the beans to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Transfer to a bowl with the dressing.
- Add the pasta to boiling water and cook according to package directions. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water until completely cool; add to a bowl.
- Add the tuna, basil, carrots, celery, green onions, and tomatoes to a bowl and toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste. This pasta salad is best served immediately.
Nutritional value per serving: Calories 453, Total Fat 20g, Saturated Fat 3g, Protein 17g, Carbohydrates 50g, Fiber 4g, Cholesterol 15mg, Sodium 564mg, Sugars 6g. |