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TUNA PASTA SALAD

Divine Kosher Cuisine: Catering to Family and Friends
by Rise' Routenberg, Barbara Wasser

This tasty salad may be prepared pareve by eliminating the Parmesan cheese. Boost the flavor by increasing the spices and seasoning.
Dairy Or Pareve
Yield 6 Servings
 

BASIL-MAYONNAISE DRESSING

• 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
• 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese for dairy
 

Directions

1. Process walnuts, basil and garlic. Mix in remaining ingredients.
 

PASTA

• 8 ounces rotelle pasta
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 12 ounces canned tuna fish, water-packed, drained and flaked
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3/4 cup pitted black olives, sliced
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for dairy
• 1/2 cup chopped red pepper
• 3 green onions, sliced

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Add broccoli for last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse under cold water and drain again.

2. Combine pasta with remaining ingredients and toss with Basil-Mayonnaise Dressing.