Description
Tuna pasta is a quick and delicious meal that combines the savory richness of tuna with fresh ingredients for a satisfying dish. With tender pasta, succulent cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. It’s easy to prepare and customizable, making it a go-to choice for families seeking comfort food with a touch of elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 can (5 oz) quality tuna in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot over high heat. Add fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Gently fold in the drained tuna along with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet along with reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess. Stir until well combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg