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by Maurice
Mediterranean · fish

Organic summer pasta with tuna & zucchini

A light Mediterranean pasta salad with sautéed zucchini, bell pepper, garlic, tuna, and fresh basil.

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How Maurice does it

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  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add the dry pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add the sliced zucchini and yellow bell pepper to the pan. Sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in the anchovy paste (or chopped anchovies) and cook for another minute.

  6. 6

    Drain the cooked pasta and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

  7. 7

    Add the sautéed vegetables and tuna to the pasta.

  8. 8

    Tear the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice or vinegar.

  9. 9

    Toss everything together until well combined. Season with salt to taste.

  10. 10

    Serve the pasta salad on plates, garnished with a fresh basil leaf.

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