Pasta Shells with Tuna, Lemon and Olives
Salt, for cooking pasta, optional
8 ounces medium-size pasta shells
1 (6-ounce) can solid white albacore tuna, packed in water, drained
1 C. store-bought olive salad
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 T. fresh lemon juice
2 tsp. capers, drained, for garnish
1/4 C. chopped fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for garnish
Bring a large pot water to boil over high heat. Add salt, if using, and stir in pasta shells. Reduce heat to medium-high and cook shells, uncovered, 8 minutes until al dente (firm to the bite). Meanwhile, place tuna, olive salad, lemon zest and juice in a food processor fitted with metal blade or blender and puree 30 seconds until smooth. Drain pasta shells well in a colander, shaking it a few times to remove any water that clings to pasta. Return shells to pot. Fold in the sauce and stir to coat pasta well. Serve at once, garnished with capers, basil and lemon wedges.
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 763
Fat: 58g
Fiber: 2g