Tuna Pea Pasta
User Reviews
4.9
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
268 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Tuna Pea Pasta
Description
Tuna Pea Pasta is prepared by cooking pasta in boiling water, adding frozen peas midway to cook through. Separately, garlic and onion are sautéed in olive oil until translucent, providing a subtle savory flavor base. The drained pasta and peas are combined with the onion and garlic mixture, then albacore tuna is folded in. A dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper is whisked and drizzled over the combined ingredients to impart brightness and seasoning.
Fresh parsley and dill are added for herbaceous notes that complement the tuna’s mild flavor without overpowering it. A final sprinkle of shredded Parmesan lends a creamy, savory finish. The dish balances tender pasta, sweet peas, and flaky tuna with fresh and zesty components, making it a light yet satisfying meal.
This pasta works well warm or chilled and pairs nicely with a green salad or light sides. It’s quick to make using pantry staples and frozen peas for convenience. Frozen peas can be substituted with fresh or canned peas with timing adjustments.
The recipe stores refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days and reheats well, though it can also be served cold. For cold serving, hold off on adding dressing and cheese until ready to serve.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb pasta farfalle, egg noodles, or any of your other favorites
- 1 oz albacore tuna drained, can
- 1 cup peas frozen
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 onion diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin, divided
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
- 1 1/2 tablespoon parsley minced, fresh
- 1 tablespoon dill minced, fresh
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Heat a 3 quart pot of water on stove until it comes to a boil.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl of measuring cup with a pour spout, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk and set aside.
- When water comes to a bowl, add pasta. Set timer for pasta - according to time on package for the kind of pasta you're using. When there's about 4 minutes left for the pasta to cook, add frozen peas.
- While peas cook, heat remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a dutch oven or large pot and on medium and saute garlic and onion until soft and transluscent.
- When pasta is al dente, drain and add to the onions in the pot. Turn off heat. Add the tuna and mix.
- Add herbs, mix, and then drizzle dressing. Add Parmesan cheese and give a final mix.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Frozen peas can be substituted with fresh, added 2-3 minutes before pasta finishes cooking, or canned, added with the tuna.
- Use dried herbs like 1 teaspoon parsley and 1 teaspoon dill if fresh is unavailable.
- Store leftovers airtight in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- To serve cold, prepare as usual but add dressing and cheese just before serving to preserve freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 268 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 268kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 988mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 503mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 723IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 108mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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