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20-Minute Stovetop Tuna Pasta

20-Minute Stovetop Tuna Pasta for Quick Gourmet Nights

This 20-Minute Stovetop Tuna Pasta is a quick, satisfying meal that champions pantry staples for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Pasta spaghetti or penne can be used
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 0.5 Yellow Onion diced
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 15 oz Diced Tomatoes can use fresh tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste can replace with extra diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine or Red Wine Vinegar substitute with broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice or vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Capers roughly minced
  • 0.5 cup Castelvetrano Olives roughly chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
For the Protein
  • 5 oz Canned Tuna in Olive Oil
For the Heat
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes to taste
For the Garnish
  • Parsley
  • Parmesan Cheese omit for dairy-free

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant; do not burn.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in red wine or vinegar, simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Mix in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, olives, capers, and lemon juice. Simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Fold in tuna and reserved pasta, stir to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with parsley and Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite pasta and seasonal veggies. Pair with a fresh salad or garlic bread for extra delight.

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