Tuna Pasta Salad with Egg

Ingredients

• 1 (7 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
• 1/2 cup cooked pasta
• 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the tuna, cooked pasta, egg, celery, red onion, red bell pepper, and parsley.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and stir until everything is well combined.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Tuna is a great source of lean protein.
• Eggs are high in protein and contain many important vitamins and minerals.
• Pasta is a good source of complex carbohydrates.
• Celery is a good source of dietary fiber and antioxidants.
• Red onions are high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
• Red bell peppers are high in vitamin C and beta-carotene.