Pesto Pasta with Tuna

Name: Pesto Pasta with Tuna
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 14 oz dry spaghetti; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 big onion; 3 cloves garlic; 2 cans (7oz) tuna in oil; 1 can (425g) mushroom; 1 cup basil pesto sauce; ¼ teaspoon ground pepper; salt; ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
466 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine
Italian, American

Pesto Pasta with Tuna

Gregory Harris

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This Pesto Tuna Pasta is so simple yet so tasty! It is one great way to use canned tuna and turn it into a delectable meal in no time at all.

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Ingredients

Servings

14 oz dry spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 big onion - sliced thinly
3 cloves garlic - minced
2 cans (7oz) tuna in oil - or 1 12 oz can
1 can (425g) mushroom - drained
1 cup basil pesto sauce
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
salt
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese

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Instructions

Cook spaghetti noodles as per package instruction just until al dente. Drain water and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Saute onion and garlic until translucent and aromatic.
Pour in canned tuna including the oil. Stir and cook for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add basil pesto sauce and season with salt and ground pepper as needed. Cook for another minute and turn the heat off.
Add cooked pasta into the skillet and toss until noodle strands are completely covered with pesto sauce.
Sprinkle with shredded parmesan and serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 466kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 458mg (19%) Potassium 153mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 865IU (17%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 132mg (13%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 466 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	466kcal	23%
Carbohydrates	53g	18%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	22g	34%
Saturated Fat	4g	20%
Cholesterol	6mg	2%
Sodium	458mg	19%
Potassium	153mg	3%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	865IU	17%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	1%
Calcium	132mg	13%
Iron	1.1mg	6%