Cold Rice with Tuna and Olives with Weizen Beer Vinaigrette

Cold basmati rice with tuna, olives, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber, dressed with a light Weizen beer vinaigrette. Fresh, quick, and perfect for summer.

Ingredients (for 4 people)

• 300 g basmati rice
• 200 g natural tuna (drained)
• 150 g pitted black olives
• 200 g cherry tomatoes
• 1 cucumber
• 330 ml Maltese Weizen beer
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lemon (juice)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil to taste

Instructions

1. Rice – Cook the basmati rice in salted water, drain it al dente, and cool it under cold water. Spread it on a tray and let it cool completely.
2. Vinaigrette – Mix 100 ml of Weizen beer with lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Emulsify well with a fork.
3. Vegetables – Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, and slice the olives.
4. Assembly – In a large bowl, combine the cold rice, flaked tuna, vegetables, and olives.
5. Dressing – Dress with the Weizen vinaigrette and mix gently. Adjust salt as needed.
6. Rest – Let rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil and serve with a chilled Maltese Weizen!

Recommended Beer

🍺 Maltese Weizen – Its fruity and slightly spicy note enhances the tuna without overpowering it. Serve it well chilled!

Preparation time: 20 min + 30 min resting | Cooking: 15 min | Difficulty: Easy