Pasta salad with tuna and spinach is a fresh, complete, and very easy option, ideal for those looking for a nutritious one-dish meal without complications. This recipe combines the softness of al dente pasta with the freshness of spinach and lettuce, the intense flavor of tuna, and a sweet touch from raisins. The result is a balanced salad, perfect for a light lunch, a quick dinner, or even to take to the office or on a picnic.
Tuna is the star ingredient of this recipe, providing high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, while spinach and lettuce add essential vitamins and minerals. The preparation is simple: cook the pasta, mix it with the vegetables and tuna, and dress with a light garlic and raisin vinaigrette, which gives it an aromatic and different touch.
This tuna salad is ideal for those who want to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor. Additionally, it allows variations: you can substitute raisins with walnuts or add cherry tomatoes for more color. It is recommended to serve it cold or at room temperature, and it is perfect for making ahead.
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
200 kcal
First, the pasta is cooked al dente for a few minutes. After that, it is drained and placed in a bowl where it is allowed to rest. The next step is to clean the spinach, lettuce and chopped tomato. Everything is poured together with the pasta and some pieces of tuna are placed on top.
Then you have to chop some garlic and in a pan sauté it together with the raisins until it is all golden brown. It is removed from the pan, allowed to cool and add the vinegar and a few more raisins. With this, a light sauce will be ready that will have to be added to the pasta bowl.
