Pasta with tuna, simple and tasty. There are recipes we prepare occasionally, recipes for a special occasion or a holiday, and then there are the recipes we make often, those that are part of our personal cookbook. One of these recipes is certainly Pasta with tuna, the simple and quick first course that always satisfies everyone at the table. A practical and tasty recipe that is prepared in just a few minutes with ingredients we often already have in the pantry. Perfect when you have little time but don’t want to give up a warm and flavorful dish. Just like Penne al baffo and Spaghetti alla marinara. Tuna is also the star of the recipe for Tuna-stuffed zucchini and Pasta with tuna and potatoes. Tuna, combined with tomato, capers and olives, creates a Mediterranean-tasting sauce that coats the pasta, making it irresistible. It is a dish ideal for a quick family lunch or an unexpected dinner, but also an economical solution that is always appreciated. Simplicity is the real secret of this recipe: a few ingredients, well combined, to bring to the table a pasta full of flavor and aroma.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4Servings
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 239.69 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 30.41 (g) of which sugars 3.18 (g)
- Proteins 14.50 (g)
- Fat 6.46 (g) of which saturated 1.13 (g)of which unsaturated 3.04 (g)
- Fibers 2.32 (g)
- Sodium 538.90 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 200 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Pasta with tuna and tomato
- 11 oz pasta (the shape you prefer)
- 6 oz tuna in oil (canned)
- 1 tbsp capers
- 2 oz black olives (pitted)
- 3 fillets anchovies in oil
- 1 1/3 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato purée (passata)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- to taste salt
- 1 bunch parsley
How to prepare Pasta with tuna
Pour 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil into a large skillet, add one minced clove of garlic, the drained tuna from its oil and the anchovy fillets cut into small pieces. Sauté over medium heat for 1–2 minutes.
Now add the tomato purée, the cherry tomatoes cut into quarters, the black olives sliced and the capers. Add a pinch of salt and let the tuna sauce simmer for 8–10 minutes over low heat. Meanwhile, cook the pasta (I use fusilli) in plenty of salted water.
Drain the pasta al dente and toss it directly into the skillet with the sauce. Add a pinch of pepper and the chopped parsley. Mix and serve Pasta with tuna and cherry tomatoes.
See you tomorrow with a new recipe, hugs, Loredana
Loredana’s Tips
You can use only tomato purée or only cherry tomatoes if you prefer.
If you like it spicier, add 2 chopped hot chilies.
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Your questions
Which pasta is best for pasta with tuna?
The best pasta shapes are spaghetti, linguine, penne or fusilli, because they hold the sauce well and blend perfectly with the dressing.
Is it better to use tuna in oil or tuna in water?
Tuna in oil is more flavorful and makes the dish tastier. Tuna in water is ideal for a lighter version.
Can I make pasta with tuna without tomato?
Yes, there is also a popular white version: simply sauté the tuna with oil, garlic, parsley and a little lemon zest for a fresh and fragrant dish.
Can fresh tuna be used?
Yes, fresh tuna can be seared in a pan and added to the sauce. The result will be more delicate and refined.
