Recipe: Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Source:StarKist
Servings : 6

12 oz white tuna in oil -- drained
4 cups cooked pasta -- penne
1 pound plum tomatoes -- peeled and chopped
6 oz marinated artichoke hearts -- drained and coarsely chopped
4 1/4 oz ripe olives -- drained
1 teaspoon garlic -- minced
1/2 cup parmesan cheese -- grated
2 tablespoons capers -- drained and minced
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano -- crusher
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
salt and pepper -- to taste
parmesan cheese -- for garnish

In large bowl, combine penne, tomatoes, tuna, artichoke hearts, olives,
1/2 cup cheese, capers and garlic; toss gently.

In small bowl, combine lemon juice, vinegar, oil, oregano, lemon pepper
seasoning, salt and pepper; whisk to blend well.

Toss tuna mixture with dressing; sprinkle with additional cheese, if
desired.