Name: Tuna Pasta Salad
Yield: Makes 6 main-course servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 lb penne rigate, freshly cooked to tender, rinsed under cold water, and drained; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh lemon zest; 1 (6-oz) can tuna packed in olive oil, drained; 1 (15-oz) can white beans, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 30 min

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 6 main-course servings

Ingredients

3/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 lb penne rigate, freshly cooked to tender, rinsed under cold water, and drained

1 tablespoon finely grated fresh lemon zest

1 (6-oz) can tuna packed in olive oil, drained

1 (15-oz) can white beans, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Preparation

Whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

TagsPasta Salad Pasta Penne American Lemon Citrus Fruit Tuna Fish Seafood White Bean Bean and Legume Vegetable Basil Herbs & Spices Side Lunch Dinner Nut Free 30 Minutes or Less Easy Quick Weeknight Meals Simmer Gourmet

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