Rotini Nicoise Recipe

Name: Rotini Nicoise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz. rotini; 6 oz. green beans, cut into pieces; 1-1/3 cup chopped tomatoes; 3/4 cup diced cucumbers; 3/4 cup diced red; green peppers; 1/2 cup sliced red onions; 1 can (6-1/2 oz.) flaked tuna packed in water, drained; 1/3 cup sliced olives; 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill; 1 tbsp. dried dill; 5 anchovies, minced; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp. water; 2 tsp. crushed garlic; Cucumber shavings, for garnish

Servings: persons

12 oz. rotini
6 oz. green beans, cut into pieces
1-1/3 cup chopped tomatoes
3/4 cup diced cucumbers
3/4 cup diced red
green peppers
1/2 cup sliced red onions
1 can (6-1/2 oz.) flaked tuna packed in water, drained
1/3 cup sliced olives
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1 tbsp. dried dill
5 anchovies, minced
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp. water
2 tsp. crushed garlic
Cucumber shavings, for garnish

1
Cook pasta in boiling water according to package instructions or until firm to the bite.
2
Rinse with cold water.
3
Drain and place in a serving bowl.
4
Blanch green beans in boilng water approximately 2 minutes.
5
They should still be crisp.
6
Drain, rinse with cold water and add to pasta.
7
Add tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet peppers, onions, tuna, olives, dill and anchovies.
8
Make the dressing: In a small bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, vinegar, water and garlic.
9
Pour over pasta and toss.
10
Garnish with cucumber shavings.

340

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 oz. rotini, 6 oz. green beans, cut into pieces, 1-1/3 cup chopped tomatoes, 3/4 cup diced cucumbers, and more.

Yes, Rotini Nicoise falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rotini Nicoise

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Variations & substitutions

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