Tuna Spaghetti
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Tuna Spaghetti
Description
This Tuna Spaghetti recipe utilizes canned tuna, frozen peas, kalamata olives, and sun-dried tomatoes tossed with spaghetti. Boiling the pasta with peas allows them to cook simultaneously, saving time. Tuna adds protein with a mild flavor that pairs well with the briny olives and rich sun-dried tomatoes. Fresh basil imparts herbaceous notes, while lemon juice and olive oil provide a citrusy, smooth dressing. Optional red chili flakes introduce a gentle spice. The dish is stirred gently and served immediately for best texture.
It works well as a stand-alone meal or can be accompanied by a simple green salad. The contrasting textures and flavors make it a practical choice for weekday cooking.
The notes suggest swapping pasta shapes or adding capers for depth. Choosing tuna packed in olive oil enhances flavor. Adding a bit of cream or crème fraîche can also make the sauce creamier if desired.
Ingredients
- 140 g spaghetti
- 80 g peas frozen
- 110 g tuna canned; drained
- 2 tablespoon basil finely chopped, fresh
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 20 kalamata olives halved
- 5 sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon juice only
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes Optional to serve
Instructions
- Add 140 g Spaghetti to a pan of boiling water and simmer for 12 minutes. 5 minutes before the pasta is ready, add 80 g Frozen peas.
- Drain and spaghetti and peas and put back in the pan with 110 g Tuna, 2 tablespoon Fresh basil, 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper, 20 Kalamata olives, 5 Sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoon Olive oil, juice of 1 Lemon and 0.5 teaspoon Red chilli flakes.
- Stir well and serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute spaghetti with any pasta shape to suit preference.
- Top with shredded Parmesan or alternate cheeses like cheddar, goat, or feta.
- Fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or chives can replace basil.
- For a creamier texture, replace pasta water with cream or crème fraîche.
- Mixing in capers adds extra flavor complexity.
- Use tuna packed in olive oil rather than water for richer taste.
- Add red chili flakes before serving to introduce spice as desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 498 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 498kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 806mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 617mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1019IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 48mg | 53% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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