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A light and vibrant pasta salad with a medley of fresh vegetables, mozzarella, and a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues and picnics.

Ingredients: 1 lb rotini pasta. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1 cup cucumber, diced. 1/2 cup black olives, sliced. 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped. 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped. 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed. 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped. 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil. 2 tbsp red wine vinegar. 1 tsp Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta. Take it out and let it cool down. Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, red bell pepper, red onion, mozzarella, and fresh basil should all be put in a large bowl together. Put olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix them together with a whisk. Add the dressing to the pasta and toss it all around until it's well covered. To let the flavors blend, cover and put in the fridge for at least an hour before serving. Enjoy the cool taste of this Easy Italian Pasta Salad when you serve it cold.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This refreshing Tuna Pesto Salad combines perfectly seared tuna steaks with a vibrant mix of salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and black olives. Drizzled with a flavorful pesto sauce and garnished with lemon wedges, it's a delightful dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients: 2 tuna steaks. 2 cups mixed salad greens. 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup sliced red onions. 1/4 cup black olives, pitted. 2 tablespoons pesto sauce. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Lemon wedges for garnish.

Instructions: Season the tuna steaks with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tuna steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness. Remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes. In a large bowl, toss together mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and black olives. Slice the tuna steaks thinly. Arrange the salad on plates, top with sliced tuna. Drizzle pesto sauce over the tuna and salad. Garnish with lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 6 minutes