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Mediterranean Style Mackerel Pasta Salad

Indulge in a Mediterranean-style mackerel pasta salad, combining fresh mackerel and vibrant ingredients. Order premium mackerel from Pearl Seafoods for fast ...

Mediterranean Style Mackerel Pasta Salad
Serves
4 people
Prep
10 mins
Cook
10 mins
Difficulty
Easy

About This Recipe

Dive into the refreshing flavours of Mediterranean-style mackerel pasta salad, a perfect blend of wholegrain pasta, vibrant vegetables, and succulent mackerel. This dish, made with premium mackerel from Pearl Seafoods, is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a healthy lunch or light dinner. Easy to prepare and bursting with Mediterranean flair, order your fresh mackerel online from Pearl Seafoods for convenient delivery across Sydney and enjoy quality seafood at home.

Ingredients

  1. blue mackerel fillets – approx. 600g
  2. 1 cup wholegrain risoni (or orzo pasta)
  3. 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
  4. 1 small eggplant, sliced
  5. 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  6. Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  7. 1 clove garlic, crushed
  8. Salt and pepper, to taste
  9. 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
  10. 2 tbsp capers, chopped
  11. ½ cup black olives, pitted and sliced
  12. ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  13. 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped

Method

  1. Cook the risoni in a large saucepan of boiling water according to the packet directions or until just tender. Refresh under cold water and drain well.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced eggplant and cook, turning occasionally, for 5-6 minutes or until golden and tender. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Finely chop 2 tablespoons of basil leaves and place them in a large bowl. Whisk in the lemon rind, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and the remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add the blue mackerel, cooked risoni, sautéed eggplant, sliced spring onion, chopped capers, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, mint, and the remaining basil to the dressing in the bowl. Season again to taste and gently toss to combine. Sprinkle with lemon zest before serving

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Nutrition per serving

  • Calories 495 kcal
  • Total Fat 18.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 46.0 g
  • Protein 36.0 g

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