Tuna Orzo Salad

by Charlotte Stirling Reed

I love this orzo salad - it is definitely one that the whole family will enjoy, and it's easy to adapt. The beans are a source of protein, so you can always leave out the tuna if you don't eat fish or swap the orzo for another pasta or rice. This is a lovely, recipe that's great for getting kids into salad - the small pieces of veg are easy to fork up and add a great crunch. Chop the vegetables as large or small as you like (smaller for little ones), but make sure all the pieces are roughly the same size.

Method

Based on 4 servings, adjust as needed.

Step 1

Cook the orzo* according to the packet instructions, then drain well. Allow to steam in the sieve for a few minutes, breaking it up with a fork so it doesn't stick together.

Step 2

To make the dressing, put the balsamic vinegar and grainy mustard in a small jar or bowl and whisk with a fork. Once combined and smooth, gradually whisk in the olive oil until you have a smooth, glossy dressing.

Step 3

Mix the diced celery, radishes, cucumber, drained beans and tuna together in a bowl. Stir through the cooked orzo then the dressing and the torn basil. Season to taste. Divide among bowls and garnish with whole basil leaves. Serve immediately, adding a little more balsamic vinegar, if you like.

  • Ingredients
  • Based on 4 servings
  • 1.5 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar, plus extra, optional, for adults 1x Sainsbury's Balsamic Vinegar Of Modena 1 Leaf 250ml
  • 0.5 Cucumber, finely diced 1x Sainsbury's Whole Cucumber
  • 1 Tin Cannellini Beans, drained and rinsed 1x Sainsbury's Cannellini Beans In Water 400g (235g*)
  • 2 Celery Sticks, finely diced 1x Sainsbury's Celery
  • 1 tbsp Grainy Mustard 1x Sainsbury's Wholegrain Mustard 180g
  • 3 tbsp Mild Olive Oil 1x Sainsbury's Olive Oil 500ml
  • 8 Radishes, finely diced 1x Sainsbury's Radish 240g
  • 125g Orzo Pasta 1x Sainsbury's Orzo Pasta, Taste the Difference 500g
  • 2 Tins Tuna In Spring Water, drained 2x Sainsbury's Tuna Chunks in Spring Water 145g
  • 10g Basil, leaves picked and thinly sliced, plus extra leaves, to garnish 1x Sainsbury's Fresh Packed Basil 30g
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