Low Sodium Classic Tuna Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this Low Sodium Classic Tuna Sauce, a light yet flavorful twist on a traditional favorite! Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this recipe combines protein-rich canned tuna with aromatic sautéed garlic and onions, unsalted tomato sauce, and a splash of chicken broth to create a guilt-free, heart-healthy meal. Brightened with a hint of freshly-squeezed lemon juice and capers, and finished with a garnish of fresh parsley, this sauce is packed with vibrant Mediterranean-inspired flavors while keeping the sodium levels in check. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an easy and delicious way to enjoy a wholesome, low-sodium dinner. Serve it over your favorite pasta or roasted vegetables for a satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is tasty!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz canned tuna in water, drained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups unsalted tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 cup unsalted chicken broth
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Add the drained tuna to the skillet and cook for approximately 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to heat the tuna through.
Pour in the unsalted tomato sauce and chicken broth, stirring well to combine with the tuna mixture.
Add the lemon juice and capers to the sauce, and stir in the black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low, and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind the low sodium goal.
Remove from heat, and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the sauce warm over your favorite pasta or as a topping on roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1536 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 99.9 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3082 mg | 66% | |
*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.
