Best Penne Salad With Tuna Recipes

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ITALIAN PENNE WITH TUNA



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Need a quick pasta dish that's flavorful and colorful? This penne pasta dinner-for-two combines leeks, baby spinach, tuna and sun-dried tomatoes--and it's ready in just 20 minutes!

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Pasta and Noodle Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces dried multi-grain high-protein penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup thinly sliced leeks (white parts only)
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1 2.6-ounce pouch albacore tuna in water, broken into large chunks
3 tablespoons reduced-calorie Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons dried tomatoes (not oil-packed), snipped
Cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Return to saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, in a 10-inch skillet heat oil over medium-low. Add leeks and garlic; cook 5 to 7 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Turn off heat. Add spinach; stir until slightly wilted.
  • Stir spinach mixture into pasta. Stir in tuna, Italian dressing and dried tomatoes. If desired, sprinkle with cracked black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 421.8 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

PENNE TUNA HERBED SALAD



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I found this recipe in the local paper, and it is a family favorite. Perfect for summer.

Provided by DeLinda Brooks

Categories     Tuna Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 6oz can(s) tuna/ packed in olive oil/ drained
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 lb penne pasta
2 Tbsp each: fresh lemon juice,extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 c each chopped fresh, flat leaf parsley,basil,cilantro
2 tsp capers, rinsed, drained

Steps:

  • 1. place tuna in a small bowl:break into flakes using fork. Set aside,Heat large pot filled with water to boil. Add penne and 1 teaspoon salt; cook until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain; transfer to large serving bowl, add lemon juice,olive oil, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
  • 2. Add tuna, parsley,basil,cilantro and capers; mix gently. Taste and adjust seasoning. Cover; refrigerate to chill, about 1 hour.Serve at room temperature.

PENNE PASTA SALAD



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I came up with this recipe one day while experimenting in my kitchen. This salad makes a great side dish with just about any kind of meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, green pepper, onions and olives. Stir in pasta. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

TUNA PENNE PASTA SALAD



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This is a good tuna pasta salad. I came up with this recipe for my finicky friend who will not eat cooked or raw vegetables. And for those of you who do not like vegetables either, this recipe is for you.

Provided by Cookin In Texas

Categories     Tuna

Time 20m

Yield 4-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
1 (16 ounce) penne pasta
4 -6 hard-boiled eggs, cut up into small chunks
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dill
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large bowl,combine all ingredients except pasta and cheese,mix well to blend.
  • Cook Rinse and drain pasta.
  • Add pasta and cheese to the mayonnaise mixture,stir well.
  • Cover place in fridge,chill at least 2 hours before serving.
  • TIP: You can add almost anything to this salad and it taste good.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1233.3, Fat 64.1, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 293.6, Sodium 1232.5, Carbohydrate 128.8, Fiber 12.9, Sugar 11.1, Protein 39.4

PENNE AND TUNA PASTA SALAD



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I was in search for a pasta salad that had tuna in it....I came across a recipe that I thought would be perfect but made so many changes I had to post it as a new recipe. I hope you like this recipe as much as I did. Cook time equals cook time for pasta. Prep time is the time it takes to assemble the rest of the ingredient with the cooked pasta.

Provided by cervantesbrandi

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups penne pasta
1 (6 ounce) can tuna (I used the kind in the pouch)
2 celery ribs (cut in half lengthwise and chopped)
1/2 small white onion (chopped)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/3 cup frozen peas (thawed)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon celery salt (or to taste, I add a little under 1/2 tsp)
black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the penne according to the package instructions. Strain the water and set aside to cool, or run under cold water.
  • In a large bowl mix the rest of the ingredients. Fold in the penne until the pasta is completely mixed inches.
  • Enjoy!

TUNA ALFREDO WITH PENNE PASTA



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This family invention is a favorite. It's quick, easy and only requires three core ingredients. The entire family loves this meal and always come running when they know this is being served. Serve with broccoli or fresh salad and garlic bread on side.

Provided by Angel Mom

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 26m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup penne pasta
24 ounces tuna, drained
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch salt
1 (16 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain pasta; return to pot.
  • Place tuna in a skillet over low heat; season with onion powder and salt. Cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir tuna into cooked pasta. Add Alfredo sauce; stir until combined. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 793.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 109.4 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 62 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 1443.3 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

PENNE WITH TUNA AND RED ONION



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The combination of tuna, anchovies, capers, garlic, and parsley is traditional in Mediterranean cooking, particularly in southern France.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound penne or other short tubular pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large red onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 cup half-and-half
3 anchovy fillets, mashed (optional)
2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna packed in oil, drained
3/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons capers, drained

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Return pasta to pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until onion is very tender and starting to brown, about 8 minutes. Add half-and-half and if using, anchovies; raise heat to high, and boil 2 minutes.
  • Pour mixture over pasta. Add tuna, parsley, capers, and reserved pasta water; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27 g

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