Description
Tuna Pasta Salad with Herbs is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Combining al dente pasta, high-quality tuna, and a medley of fresh herbs, this salad delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for picnics, lunch boxes, or casual dinners, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With its colorful presentation and satisfying taste, this recipe is a delightful way to enjoy the essence of summer on your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna packed in olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the fusilli according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Prepare the vegetables: While the pasta cooks, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion.
- 3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the drained pasta with tuna, breaking it into chunks. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, basil, and parsley.
- 4. Dress the salad: Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Season generously with salt and pepper; toss gently until well combined.
- 5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg