Olive Garden Spaghettini with Tuna
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy with this Olive Garden-inspired Spaghettini with Tuna recipe—an elegant yet effortless dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This quick, 25-minute recipe combines delicate spaghettini pasta with rich, flaky tuna infused with the bold flavors of garlic, red pepper flakes, and zesty lemon. A touch of fresh parsley adds vibrancy, while optional Parmesan provides a luxurious finishing touch. The recipe’s balance of simplicity and sophistication makes it ideal for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine looking for a light but satisfying meal. Wholesome, flavorful, and beautifully aromatic, this spaghettini dish is your new go-to for a taste of Italy from the comfort of home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Spaghettini
- 200 grams Canned tuna in olive oil (drained)
- 4 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghettini according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Stir in the red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and drained tuna. Cook for 2-3 minutes, breaking the tuna into smaller chunks with a wooden spoon.
Add the cooked spaghettini to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and an additional tablespoon of olive oil. Toss well to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Season the pasta with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Sprinkle in the fresh parsley and toss again to combine.
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your Olive Garden-inspired Spaghettini with Tuna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1749 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 88.5 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 3839 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 102.4 g | 205% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 649 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 857 mg | 18% | |
*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.
