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Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad

Servings 6 Serves

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Rotini pasta or use Twists or Spirals
  • 1 6-oz. can solid white tuna packed in water drained and flaked
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 red bell pepper ribs and seeds removed, diced
  • 1 medium tomato peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (in slivers)
  • 6 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and transfer to a large bowl; cover and chill.
  • Add tuna, zucchini, bell pepper, tomato, green onions and olives; toss gently.
  • In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients and pour over the pasta mixture. Toss together lightly and serve.

Notes

SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve sliced tomatoes and cucumber on the side.
VEGETARIAN: Skip the tuna and substitute 15 ounces of cannellini or other white beans, drained and rinsed or homemade.
KOSHER: No changes necessary.
GLUTEN FREE: Make sure olives (if using) are gluten free. Use gluten free pasta. DO-AHEAD TIP: Cook and chill pasta, if desired.
NUTRITION per serving: 268 Calories; 8g Fat; 15g Protein; 34g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 20mg Cholesterol; 380mg Sodium. Exchanges: 2 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 1/2 Fat. Points: 7
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