Tuna Tonnato with Aubergine Salad

Ingredients for Tuna Tonnato with Aubergine Salad

• 2 (170g) cans light tuna packed in olive oil (preferably Italian), drained, divided

• 1 large anchovy fillet

• 60ml mayonnaise

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus additional for drizzling

• 2 teaspoons drained capers

• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

• 2 (11 1/2- to 375g ) jars or containers grilled aubergine, drained

• 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic

• 1/3 cup coarsely chopped parsley

• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

• 1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar

• 475ml grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise

• 1/3 cup coarsely chopped mint

• 2 cups (1/2-inch) bread cubes from a country loaf, toasted

• Equipment: 4 (450g) wide jars or containers with lids

How to make Tuna Tonnato with Aubergine Salad

Blend 60ml tuna, anchovy, mayonnaise, oil, capers, and lemon juice in a blender until smooth to make tonnato sauce.

Pulse aubergine, garlic, parsley, zest, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoons pepper in a food processor until combined but not smooth.

Toss tomatoes with mint, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoons pepper.

Divide aubergine mixture among jars and layer remaining tuna (broken up into large chunks), tonnato sauce, croutons, and tomatoes (including juices) on top. Drizzle with olive oil.

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