Pasta Salad

2 servings

15 minutes

Pasta salad is an elegant and simple dish that embodies Mediterranean traditions of lightness and freshness. Italians are famous for their pastas, but on hot days they prefer cold variations with aromatic dressings. In this recipe, classic pasta is combined with tuna, pesto sauce, and capers, creating a balance of rich flavor and freshness. Red onion adds zest while tomatoes contribute juiciness. Olive oil brings the ingredients together, creating a rich yet delicate texture. This salad is perfect for a light dinner or a picnic outdoors. It represents simplicity where a few ingredients can create a true gastronomic masterpiece.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 460
• Proteins: 28.8g
• Fats: 16.9g
• Carbohydrates: 47.5g

Ingredients

• Red onion: 1 head
• Capers: 1 tsp
• Olive oil: 2 tsp
• Pesto: 1 tbsp
• Tuna: 185 g
• Pasta: 100 g
• Tomatoes: 3 pc

Cooking steps

1. First, boil the pasta.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pasta: 100 g

2. Drain the water, add oil, onion, capers, pesto sauce and tuna, mix everything well and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 teaspoons
   • Red onion: 1 head
   • Capers: 1 teaspoon
   • Pesto: 1 tablespoon
   • Tuna: 185 g

3. Onion and tomatoes are chopped finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 1 head
   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces