Italian Tuna Pasta Salad

This Healthy Italian Tuna Pasta Salad is the perfect summer salad and is made with Zesty Italian salad dressing.

Yes I said it “Summer” and it’s official. We are finally saying goodbye to winter and hello to SUMMER 🙂 

You can use just about any type of lettuce mixture for this salad, I choose a good mixture for mine as you can see and it was super delicious!

This salad can be thrown together in no time at all and is filled with 5 different types of salad mix, along with some bowtie pasta, tuna.

Then tossed in a healthy balsamic, garlic dressing that you are sure to love.

I went a little lighter on the pasta for this salad, I typically use three to four cups of pasta in my pasta salads.

However for this recipe I used two cups because I REALLY wanted to highlight this lettuce.

You can serve this for the main course or as a side dish.

Because it has two cans of tuna it can be a real filling dinner option, so do not let all the greens here fool you. 

This salad can be enjoyed pretty much any time of year, but I know it will be best enjoyed on those long summer nights out on the back patio! 

I can picture it now 🙂 Can’t you?

Looking for a Awesome drink recipe to serve with this salad?

Try my “Raspberry sweet tea” that is made with agave nectar or honey.

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Wild Rice Tuna Casserole

This Wild Rice Tuna Casserole is something different from the average chicken and noodle casserole recipes you will find out there. This dish is very satisfying, both as a side or a main dish. 

You can prepare this dish with chicken, turkey or hamburger as well or make vegetarian, all four ways are amazing. 

However it’s best made with a good quality wild rice  mixture. 

The more natural the better since these types of rice blends contains many nutrients that other processed rice would not.

The panko crumbs and cheese topping give it that nice crunch so do not skip that combination. It makes this recipe divine! 

I like to use my Dutch oven for this recipe, if you do not have a Dutch oven then feel free to use a sauteing pan and then a casserole dish once it ready to go into the oven.  

Some people like to add grated cheese over top before baking, i don’t. And that is because i prefer the earthy taste of the dish, I encourage you to try it this way = delicious.

Our family’s favorite wild rice blend comes from Costco 

If you end up giving this a give it a try, I would love to know how you liked it. Bon Appetit!

Note: Instead of green peppers add, celery or peas.

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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Tortellini

This one pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Tortellini is sauteed in light cheese sauce and goes so well tossed with pasta.

Looking for another Tortellini recipe? Try my so tasty Mushroom Balsamic Tortellini

This Lemon Garlic Tortellini is super easy to make and can be on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes. It’s comfort food meets healthy food, and yes this is surely possible. 

My mom used to make tortellini often for me as a kid and I typically order Tortellini whenever I go to those Italian restaurants, I just love it.

I’m fancying it up a bit today by adding asparagus and shrimp. This dish has become our all time favorite shrimp pasta recipe.

If you end up giving it a try, I would love to hear what you think of it in the comments below.

Super satisfying this is sure to hit the spot if your craving something fancy for dinner tonight and comforting at the same time. You can always add chicken if desired, however I like shrimp best for this recipe.

You can use just about any pasta for this recipe, however I really like the tortellini. You will want to start by cooking the tortellini first in a pot of boiling water.

Then saute the asparagus till slightly tender along with the shrimp beforeing bringing everything back together to merge in the pan. Season with salt and pepper, lemon juice and white cheddar cheese before serving! Bon Appetit!

MEAL PREP IDEA: Make enough to create a few meal preps bowls for the week ahead!

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Other pasta Dishes you will love

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Simple Potato Salad Recipe

This Simple Potato Salad Recipe has hints of lemon and paprika in it and is made with russet potatoes, eggs, garlic powder and is seasoned just right.

Let me tell you, this recipe is something special. Just cause I call it a Simple Potato Salad recipe does not mean it is not GREAT!

I can say that because I was never much of a fan of potato salad. Probably because the kind I was used to was to sweet and full of mayo. But this one is different and super tasty!

There is nothing like homemade potato salad, nothing. So if you’re looking for one that is a bit different than the average potato salad recipe out there than your going to want to try this one.

I came up with this recipe recently as I wanted to bring something a bit different to a potluck party I was attended. It turned out to be a major hit with everybody! 

For this recipe I made a separate dressing on the side, then once the potatoes and eggs cooked and cooled I combined them all together by mashing with a potato masher.

Then poured the chilled dressing overtop to combine.

My dressing calls for full fat mayonnaise, so if your wanting a lower calories dressing. Then feel free to use a lighter variety or substube half of the mayo with plain yogurt.

You can use just about any type of potato to make this potato salad, however I like to use the russets because the skin just peels off very nicely once cooked.

And that is exactly what you will want to do. Simply bring a large pot of  boiling water to a rapid bowl, then dump in the potatoes slowly and allow them to cook till fork tender.

Once cooked you will simply strain the water out and soak them in ice water till cooled. Once cooled all you will need to do is peel the potatoes with your hands. Easy enough eh!

If your wanting to feed less people or more peoples simply use my recipe adjuster above. The ingredients amounts with change according to how many people you want to prepare this for.

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Tortellini Mushroom Recipe

This Tortellini Mushroom Recipe is absolutely delicious! Made with brown mushrooms, cheese tortellini.

This pasta dish is quick and easy to make and can be served any night of the week.

If you are looking for a vegetarian dish for tonight’s dinner and love mushrooms, then your in for a treat!

How to make Tortellini Mushroom Recipe

  • To make this dish you will simply start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions.  
  • While the tortellini is cooking, you can add 2 tbsp of butter to a non stick frying pan and add in the sliced mushrooms.
  • Sauté then with fresh rosemary and salt and pepper till browned and soft. 
  • Now all you will have to do is add in the balsamic vinegar and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes before adding back in the cooked tortellini and parmesan cheese.
  • Toss everything together and enjoy your mushroom feast!

This recipe can be made vegan instead of just vegetarian if you want.

However you would want to replace the butter, parmesan cheese and cream with vegan options of course.

And of course you can use “gluten free” pasta if your on such a diet.

So really there is no excuse to not indulging once in a while in such an amazing dish.

Dinner for 2 never looked so Tasty!

Squeeze the juice from a lemon overtop before serving and you will be in mushroom pasta heaven… Bone appetit!

Looking for a NEW MEAL PREP option for the week. This recipe is perfect for that 🙂

Other pasta Dishes you will love

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Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts

These Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts make for an excellent side dish to just about any meal. 

I like to serve these honey roasted brussels sprouts almost every other week in our home. And this recipe is one of those simple yet delicious recipes that even the kids will love.

Why? Because they are sweet of course. What kid does not like sweet food!

Sweetened with just the right amount of honey, these are sure to please just about everyone in the house. I did add some mustard as well which really brings these sprouts into their full flavor. 

I hope you give them a try and be sure to tweak the honey / mustard ratio according to your families taste.

This recipe also makes for an amazing side dish to just about any type of holiday meal.

Think Easter, Christmas and thanksgiving.

Looking for more Christmas & Thanksgiving recipes?

See below for more inspiration!
 

Also check out my roundup of Thanksgiving & Christmas Recipes from around the World or my 10 delicious stuffing recipes for more inspiration!

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Easy Italian Sausage Gnocchi recipe

This easy creamy one pan Italian Sausage Gnocchi recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients that produce big flavors. Plus it is ready in 30 minutes which makes for a win win dinner that the whole family will enjoy!

The Gnocchi is simmered in a light cream sauce that is made of chicken stock, parmesan cheese, sour cream and Dijon mustard.

Along with fresh sage and few Italian spices that sure enhances all those ingredients very well.

Looking for more tasty recipes that utilize gnocchi? Try my Gnocchi soup or my Vegetarian Gnocchi

Isn’t this dish very similar to Tuscan style dishes?

Yes, it is. Tuscan dishes use simple ingredients that are not covered in any heavy sauces.

So even though this dish is creamy, it does not use cream or butter and is rather light.

Also you can take this dish from mild to hot simply by choosing a hotter sausage. 

We are simply substituting that heavy cream for a more healthy olive oil and chicken stock. 

So hold onto your hats for this one ladies and gents, because this dish is far more healthier than most of those Tuscan recipes out there. 

Can I replace the Sausage for Chicken?

YES, you can use a chicken breast in replace of the sausage. 

To make this dish all you will need is one large cooking pot/pan. 

Start by cooking the gnocchi by boiling it in the pot/pan.

Once that is done you can prepare the remaining ingredients.

From there everything will come together in the same pot/pan in under 15 minutes! 

This recipe can be served as a romantic dinner for two or double the recipe and then you can serve a family of four or more. 

Delizioso!

Easy Italian Sausage Gnocchi recipe

Looking for a Tuscan inspired recipe? Try my “Tuscan Salmon” it is Delicious as well. 

Other Gnocchi recipes that you’re sure to love!

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Best Pan Seared Scallops with Bacon

These sweet and succulent Pan Seared Scallops are made  with the addition of Bacon are sure to make for a memorable meal. 

With Valentine’s day right around the corner, this recipe will come as a surprise to anyone who has the chance to dine with you. 

This recipe is not only super simple to make it’s also quick because it can be served in less than 30 minutes. 

All you will need is half a pack of bacon, butter, garlic, parsley along with salt and pepper. 

Plus if you make this at home, you can make more than you would ever be served dining out on of the busiest days of the year = Valentines day. 

HOW LONG TO SEAR SCALLOPS

You do not want to over cook scallops as they will not be as soft and become rubbery. So the rule of thumb is 1 1/2 mins on each side. You want them translucent in the center yet slightly browned on the outside!

This recipe can be done with just one skillet and enjoyed for have the price of what you would be charged in the restaurants.

Serve with my suggested side below “Shredded Brussel Sprouts and you have yourself a romantic dinner for two. 

While some people opt for Steak  or Lobster, why not try something a bit different this time around? They are such a good choice and are sure to impress just the same. 

Plus you would never get this many scallops at the restaurants anyway. So go all out that is what home cooking is all about right?

These scallops are defiantly good on their own, however if you wanting a meal then your going to want to pair it with something.

Plus if you choose to do as I have, and serve them with shredded brussel sprouts then you will only need one pack of bacon for this entire recipe.

So follow along and you can have this whole dinner on the table in under 1 hour, or if your just doing the scallops 20 minutes.

Start by saute the bacon, till near krispy, remove and set aside.

Dry the scallops then season with salt and pepper

Place in the frying pan and saute with a little red pepper flakes on each side for 5 minutes, flip.

Once the bacon and scallops have been cooked, set on a plate.

In the remaining bacon fat, add 1 tsp of butter, crushed garlic and parsley. Saute for 2 minutes till fragrant then add the cooked bacon back. 

Turn off the heat, and toss back in the cooked scallops. Are you drooling yet? 

 

The bacon fat sears the scallops to perfection!

Serve with my Shredded Bacon Brussel Sprouts

Looking for a side dish? Try my Shredded Brussel Sprouts with Bacon recipe here!

Looking for a Lobster recipe?  Try my Broiled Lobster Tails here!

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