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Tuna Pasta Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Tuna Pasta Salad is a beloved dish that combines the convenience of canned tuna with fresh vegetables and pasta. It's often served as a light meal or a picnic staple, reflecting the Italian love for simple, flavorful ingredients. Today, variations of this salad can be found worldwide, with many adding their own twist, such as different dressings or additional vegetables.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
Orecchiette, 200 g
Pomodori datterini, 300 g
Tonno (fresco), 150 g
Rucola, 30 g
Feta, 100 g
Limone (scorza), q.b.
Capperi, 1 cucchiaio
Olive taggiasche, 2 cucchiai
Basilico, q.b.
Olio, q.b.
Sale, q.b.
Pepe, q.b.

canned tuna

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: canned salmon

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canned mackerel

Canned salmon offers similar health benefits with a different flavor.

pasta

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: whole wheat pasta

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: pasta made from rice

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber, while rice pasta is gluten-free.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is rich in healthy fats.

lemon juice

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: lime juice

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vinegar

Lime juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

1

Cook the orecchiette according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a large bowl, combine the cooked orecchiette, halved pomodorini, and flaked tonno.

3

Add the rucola, crumbled feta, capperi, and olive taggiasche to the bowl.

4

Drizzle with olive oil, add lemon zest, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

5

Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

fishgluten

Also Known As

Insalata di Pasta con Tonno
Local Name: Insalata di pasta con tonno

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