Barilla Orzo Pasta Salad with Rio Mare Tuna
Barilla Orzo Pasta Salad with Rio Mare Tuna
Tossed with cannellini beans, tomatoes and red onion, in a red wine vinegar dressing
23 minutes total
- Beginner
- Classic Blue Box
- Mini and Soup
- Parsley
- Quick and Easy Recipes
- Seafood
- Summer and Pasta Salad Recipes
- Tomato
Enjoy this refreshing pasta salad, a blend of premium-quality Barilla Orzo pasta with tender chunks of Rio Mare tuna, cannellini beans, juicy grape tomatoes, and crisp red onion. Dressed in a vibrant mix of olive oil and red wine vinegar, this salad is finished with a sprinkle of Italian parsley for a fresh touch—simple to make and simply delicious!
Chef Lorenzo Boni Recipes

Ingredients
Serves 8
1 box | Barilla Orzo pasta |
240 g | Rio Mare solid light tuna in olive oil, drained |
6 tbsp | olive oil |
3 tbsp | red wine vinegar |
To taste | sea salt and black pepper |
1 can | cannellini beans (or white kidney beans), drained |
2 pts | grape or cherry tomatoes, halved |
1/3 cup | red onion, chopped thin |
3 tbsp | Italian parsley, chopped |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
Cook Barilla Orzo pasta 1 minute short of directions. Drain and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil and spread thin on a sheet pan to cool down.
Step 2
Meanwhile, whisk remaining 4 tbsp olive oil with red wine vinegar, salt and pepper. Stir in beans, tomatoes, onion, 1/2 the parsley, 1/2 the Rio Mare tuna and the cold Barilla Orzo pasta. Mix well.
Step 3
Top with remaining tuna and parsley before serving.

Orzo
Orzo is a small, rice-like pasta that adds Mediterranean flair to any dish. Its versatility shines in soups and salads, making it a go-to option for Canadian cooks looking to infuse their meals with a touch of premium, Mediterranean charm.
- Shape Mini and Soup
- Cook time 9 mins
- Pack size 340 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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