TUNA SALAD ITALIANO

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This protein-packed salad, with pasta, potatoes, and a bright mix of veggies, is both pretty and healthy.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked small pasta shells (7 oz)
4 small red potatoes, cut in half, sliced
2 cups frozen cut green beans (from 1-lb bag)
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 can (6 oz) tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 medium tomato, seeded, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup sliced green onions (8 medium)
1/2 cup Italian dressing
2 hard-cooked eggs, sliced

Steps:

In 4-quart saucepan, cook pasta as directed on package, adding potatoes and frozen green beans during last 5 to 7 minutes of cooking time; cook until vegetables and pasta are tender. Drain.
In large bowl, gently toss cooked pasta, potatoes and green beans with oil. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Stir in tuna, tomato and onions. Pour dressing over salad; stir gently to coat. Top with hard-cooked eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g