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Macaroni tuna and gerkins salad
Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a refreshing side dish, this macaroni tuna and gerkins salad is a go-to option.
With its creamy dressing, crunchy gherkins, and the protein-packed goodness of tuna, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrition. Recipe compliments of Fattis and Monis.
Ingredients
- 500g FATTI’S & MONI’S MACARONI
- 2 cans (175g) Tuna in oil, drained and flaked
- 200g mozzarella cheese, diced
- 125ml (½ cup) black olives
- 65ml (¼ cup) chopped gherkins
- 125ml (½ cup) chopped fresh basil
- 250ml (½ cup) Crosse & Blackwell Tangy Mayonnaise
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method
- Add pasta to a large pan with rapidly boiling water, cook until just tender.
- Drain and rinse well. Transfer to a large salad bowl, cool.
- Add tuna, mozzarella, black olives, gherkins and basil to the pasta.
- Pour mayonnaise over salad, season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper, toss lightly.
- Refrigerate until serving time.
