Tuna, Lemon, Basil, And Caper Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Tuna, Lemon, Basil, And Caper Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can of Tuna in Olive Oil; 3 tablespoons of Capers; 1 Lemon; 3 cloves of Garlic; 2 table spoons of Olive Oil; Sea Salt; Coarsely ground pepper; 1 cup of chopped Parsley; 1 cup of chopped Basil; 2 cups of green beans, trimmed and cut in half; 1 box Penne Pasta; 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar; 1 head of Boston or Butter Lettuce (washed and dried)

Servings: persons

1 can of Tuna in Olive Oil
3 tablespoons of Capers
1 Lemon
3 cloves of Garlic
2 table spoons of Olive Oil
Sea Salt
Coarsely ground pepper
1 cup of chopped Parsley
1 cup of chopped Basil
2 cups of green beans, trimmed and cut in half
1 box Penne Pasta
2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
1 head of Boston or Butter Lettuce (washed and dried)

1
Boil the pasta in big pot of water with the red wine vinegar (gives the pasta a bit of a bite). Cook until al dente. When the pasta has about 2 minutes of boiling time left, toss the green beans in to blanch them. Drain together.
2
To make the dressing- smash the garlic through a garlic press, or use the back of a knife and a bit of coarse salt to mash the garlic into a paste. In a small bowl, mix the garlic with some salt and pepper. Drain the olive oil from the can of tuna to make a garlic puree. Squeeze the whole lemon into the puree, and add the salt and pepper to taste. Add a bit of extra olive oil if dressing is thick.
3
When all is prepaired, stir together the pasta and green beans, the dressing, tuna, capers, parsley, and basil. Toss it all together with the butter lettuce, and enjoy!

1533

kcal

Calories

152

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can of Tuna in Olive Oil, 3 tablespoons of Capers, 1 Lemon, 3 cloves of Garlic, and more.

Yes, Tuna, Lemon, Basil, And Caper Pasta Salad falls under the Seafood 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!

Tuna, Lemon, Basil, And Caper Pasta Salad

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