Not-Your-Mama's Tuna Salad

Submitted by katie in the UP

"I got my new Rachael Ray Magazine yesterday and this recipe caught my eye! Perfect for a warm summer meal! I like salads that transport easily for picnics and potlucks and this one fits the bill!! Estimated times this hasn't been tried YET but will be soon!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 cup pesto sauce, store bought can be used (YAH)
• 1 lemon, juice of
• 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water
• 4 scallions, cut thinly
• 1 red pepper, roasted, can used jarred
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1⁄2 lb medium pasta shell, cooked
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Place the pesto in a large bowl and stir in the lemon juice.
2. Add the tuna and flake it with a fork.
3. Add the scallions, raosted red pepper, tomatoes and pasta.
4. Toss the salad to coat evenly.
5. Season with salt and pepper.

Reviews

[GourmetGradStudent]

This is soooo yummy and delicious. The pesto and lemon juice give it a nice kick. I added a third can of tuna because hubby loves his protein.