Ingredients and Weight:
- Pasta - 500g (cooked weight)
- Tuna in olive oil - 200g
- Red bell peppers - 2, chopped
- Yellow bell peppers - 2, chopped
- Black olives - 50g, sliced
- Mayonnaise - 1 cup
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Fresh basil - handful, chopped
Preparation Time:
30 minutes (including cooking pasta)
Cooking Time:
15 minutes (cooking the pasta) + 10 minutes (dressing and mixing) = 25 minutes total
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate difficulty due to pasta cooking and seasoning)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the chopped bell peppers, olives, and basil.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the pasta salad and mix well.
- Add the tuna in olive oil and gently mix to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on provided ingredients)
Calories: Approx. 500 per serving (based on 8 servings)
Fat: 24g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Protein: 18g
Fiber: 3g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on actual ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Creative combination of flavors with tuna and pasta salad.
- Colorful dish with red, yellow bell peppers and black olives.
- Tuna adds a unique seafood flavor to the traditional pasta salad.
- Easy to prepare, making it a great dish for home-cooked meals or parties.
User Comments:
- "This is a refreshing change from the usual pasta salad flavors. The tuna gives it a nice seafood touch."
- "Easy to make and the flavors blend together perfectly. A great dish for a summer barbecue."
- "The addition of bell peppers and olives make this dish vibrant in color and flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to cook the pasta to the desired texture as it can easily become overcooked or undercooked.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- If desired, you can add other vegetables like cucumber or celery for added crunch and flavor.
