Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Tuna Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. small sized shell macaroni; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1/4 lb. green beans; 1 (7 oz.) can water packed tuna; 1 c. thinly sliced zucchini; 1/2 c. shredded carrot; 1/2 c. olive oil; 2 Tbsp. wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp. salt; dash of pepper; 1/4 tsp. oregano; 1/4 tsp. basil; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

8 oz. small sized shell macaroni
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 lb. green beans
1 (7 oz.) can water packed tuna
1 c. thinly sliced zucchini
1/2 c. shredded carrot
1/2 c. olive oil
2 Tbsp. wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
dash of pepper
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. basil
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

1
Cook macaroni according to package directions.
2
Drain.
3
Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil and cool.
4
Clean green beans and cut into 1-inch pieces.
5
Steam for 5 minutes; drain and cool.
6
Drain and flake tuna.
7
Place macaroni, green beans, raw zucchini, carrots and tuna in medium bowl.
8
In a small bowl, place olive oil, vinegar, salt,
9
pepper, oregano and basil.
10
Stir with a whisk.
11
Pour over ingredients in bowl and toss lightly.
12
Sprinkle with parsley.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz. small sized shell macaroni, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1/4 lb. green beans, 1 (7 oz.) can water packed tuna, and more.

Yes, Tuna 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 Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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