High Protein Creamy Tuna Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this satisfying, High Protein Creamy Tuna Pasta recipe—a deliciously creamy, nutrient-packed dish that's perfect for those looking to fuel their day without sacrificing flavor. Featuring hearty whole wheat pasta, lean canned tuna, and a velvety sauce made from cream cheese and Greek yogurt, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients to deliver an impressive 20-minute meal. Fresh spinach adds a boost of vibrant greens, while hints of lemon juice and Parmesan cheese round out the flavors for a gourmet touch. Whether you're seeking a high-protein meal or simply a comforting pasta dish, this creamy tuna delight is a crowd-pleaser that’s quick, easy, and guaranteed to impress. Perfectly portioned for four servings, it's a simple yet elegant choice for any dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams whole wheat pasta
- 2 cans (approximately 150g each) canned tuna in water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 200 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 150 grams cream cheese
- 100 grams greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Cook the whole wheat pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped red onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Add the fresh spinach leaves to the skillet, and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the cream cheese and Greek yogurt, allowing it to melt and combine with the spinach and onions to create a creamy sauce.
Reduce the heat to low, drain the canned tuna and add it to the skillet, breaking it up slightly with a fork.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta with the creamy sauce.
Stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Ensure the mixture is well combined and heated through, then remove from heat.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.2 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.1 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 299 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 4575 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 136.3 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1095 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2815 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
