Pasta Salad Nicoise Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

3/4 lb shell pasta
4 tbsp olive oil , extra virgin
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
2 tbsp capers, drained
1/4 cup kalamata olive
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, diced
7 oz solid white tuna , packed in olive oil
1/4 cup basil, chopped
2 tbsp parsley, chopped
4 eggs, boiled and roughly chopped (optional)
1/4 lb smoked ham, cubed (optional)

Directions:

Cook pasta in pot of rapidly boiling and salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Spread on a baking sheet to cool.
In deep serving bowl, whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper. add capers, olives, and roasted peppers. Do not drain tuna, but flake it with a fork. Add basil and parsley. Add cooled pasta and toss well. If desired add eggs and/or ham. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	242.89 Kcal (1017 kJ)
Calories from fat	123.09 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.68g	21%
Cholesterol	118.09mg	39%
Sodium	516.31mg	22%
Potassium	180.55mg	4%
Total Carbs	14.1g	5%
Sugars	1.37g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.31g	1%
Protein	14.78g	30%
Vitamin C	17.1mg	28%
Iron	4.8mg	27%
Calcium	24.2mg	2%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	165.65 Kcal (694 kJ)
Calories from fat	83.94 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.33g	21%
Cholesterol	80.53mg	39%
Sodium	352.11mg	22%
Potassium	123.13mg	4%
Total Carbs	9.61g	5%
Sugars	0.93g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.21g	1%
Protein	10.08g	30%
Vitamin C	11.7mg	28%
Iron	3.3mg	27%
Calcium	16.5mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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