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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

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!

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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.

Barilla Orzo Pasta - Packshot - en-ca
Classic Blue Box

Classic Blue Box

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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