ORZO-TUNA SALAD WITH TOMATOES

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Stuffed tomatoes provide endless options when you add meat, cheese, rice, veggies - or in this case, orzo. - Jenni Dise, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
4 large tomatoes, sliced
16 small fresh basil leaves
1 pouch (11 ounces) light tuna in water
1 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Arrange sliced tomatoes on a serving plate; top with whole basil leaves., Drain pasta; rinse with cold water and place in a large bowl. Add tuna, cheese and minced basil. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, salt and pepper; drizzle over pasta mixture and toss to combine. Spoon over tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Sssyndi Espireda
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I'm not a huge fan of tuna salad, but this recipe is delicious. The orzo and tomatoes add a nice touch.


Kura Kurd
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Baijnath Mahato
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Vajn Johnston
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This recipe was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight. It's quick, easy, and delicious. My family loved it!


Veronica Cooper
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Yum!


Stephen Hess
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Easy to make and delicious!


Gladness Mithilene
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of tuna, tomatoes, and capers. It's also a great way to use up leftover orzo.


Aryan Magar
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I'm not usually a fan of tuna salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors is amazing, and the orzo makes it feel more substantial.


jeffrey hornby
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that it's a one-pot dish, so cleanup is a breeze.


Sanzid Ahmed
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's light and flavorful, and the orzo holds up well in the heat. I also liked that I could make it ahead of time.


Abraham Emokam
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I'm always looking for new and easy pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's simple to make and uses ingredients that I usually have on hand. The dressing is also very tasty.


joysree bhowmick
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This orzo tuna salad was a hit at our summer potluck! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I especially loved the combination of tuna, tomatoes, and capers.