A cold pasta salad built to handle a real lunch. Tuna and fresh cheese give it substance, while corn and olives run through firm pasta coated in a bright, creamy lemon dressing. Fresh, filling, and substantial enough to claim the whole lunchbox.
Bring the water to a boil in a large pot. While it heats, drain the tuna thoroughly, cut the fresh cheese into small cubes, and chop the olives. In the bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, black pepper, and one-quarter of the salt until the dressing is smooth, creamy, and clearly brightened by acidity.
Once the water boils, add the remaining
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Transfer the well-drained pasta and corn to the bowl and add the tuna, olives, and dressing. Toss until the pasta is lightly coated with no puddles of mayonnaise at the bottom; fold in the fresh cheese last with a few gentle turns so the cubes stay intact. Serve chilled or just cool. And that is it! It should feel creamy while every bite still lets you distinguish pasta, tuna, corn, olive, and cheese. 😌
