Pasta salad with rocket and tuna recipe

Pasta Salad with Rocket and Tuna recipe

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This Pasta Salad with Rocket and Tuna recipe is a fresh and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of tender pasta, peppery rocket leaves, and flaky tuna creates a satisfying and nutritious meal. The salad is tossed in a zesty lemon dressing that adds a tangy kick to every bite. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe is a quick and easy option for busy days.

Keywords: pasta salad, rocket, tuna, fresh, zesty.

Pasta salad with rocket and tuna recipe details

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Ingredients

2 can(s)	tuna in oil
	salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 sprig(s)	basil, torn leaves
1	lemon, grated peel and juice
1 bunch(es)	rocket
3 tbsp	capers
200 g	pasta
2 clove(s)	garlic, minced
2 tbsp	olive oil
	sugar

Instructions

Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and allow to cool. Drain the tuna and collect the oil.

Mix together the tuna oil and the olive oil. Season the lemon juice with salt, pepper and sugar. Whisk in the oil mixture, garlic and lemon zest.

In a bowl, combine the pasta with tuna, rocket, basil, capers and the vinaigrette. Toss and allow to soak for 5 minutes. Adjust the seasoning and serve.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 10 min
Resting time:
ca. 5 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a