Kristina Marinkovich, author of the cookbook “H.E.A.L.T.H.Y. Eats”, shares a recipe for Tuna-Topped Veggie and Pasta Salad.
Tuna-Topped Veggie and Pasta Salad
Find original recipe at Healthy Recipes for Your Heart by the AHA
6 ounces dried whole-grain rotini
14 ounces frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, drained, and quartered
1 cup quartered grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
½ medium green bell pepper, chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
2 tbsp cider vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 5 oz can very low sodium light tuna, packed in water, drained and flaked
Prepare the pasta using the package directions, omitting the salt. Drain in a colander. Run under cold water to cool quickly. Drain well. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients except the tuna. Toss gently. Spoon onto plates. Sprinkle with the tuna. Don’t stir.
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