Tuna Pasta Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
362 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, American
Tuna Pasta Recipe
Description
This Tuna Pasta Recipe uses cooked spaghetti combined with a sauce made by sautéing minced garlic in olive oil, then adding drained canned tuna, lemon zest and juice, salt, and black pepper. Capers contribute a briny tang while fresh parsley adds herbal brightness. A small amount of reserved pasta water helps bind and lightly coat the pasta for a silky texture.
The dish is finished with grated Parmesan cheese and extra parsley for garnish, balancing the flavors with a pleasant richness. The cooking approach focuses on gently heating the tuna mixture to preserve its texture while marrying it with the pasta and seasonings.
This pasta works well as a light lunch or dinner, providing protein with sharp, fresh lemon and caper accents. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to four days and reheated gently.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti or other pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 (5-ounce) tuna drained, canned
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup capers drained
- 2 tablespoons parsley plus for serving, fresh
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese for serving, grated
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the cooking water, drain and return back to the pot to keep warm.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the tuna, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper and toss to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta, capers, and ½ cup of the reserved pasta water, and toss to fully coat and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the parsley and grated parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and garnish with more parsley and parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Store any leftover tuna pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2oz pasta | |
| Calories | 362kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 798mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 321mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 253IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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