Quick Tuna and Clam Pappardelle
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Quick Tuna and Clam Pappardelle, a flavorful pasta dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Featuring velvety pappardelle ribbons coated in a savory white wine and olive oil sauce, this recipe combines the briny goodness of canned baby clams and the richness of tuna in olive oil. A zesty burst of lemon and the subtle heat from red pepper flakes perfectly balance the dish, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this seaside-inspired pasta is perfect for seafood lovers seeking an easy yet elegant meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz pappardelle pasta
- 5 oz canned tuna in olive oil
- 10 oz canned baby clams
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 0.25 cup dry white wine
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the pappardelle pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the dry white wine and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the canned baby clams (including their juices) and canned tuna (drained) to the skillet. Stir gently to combine and heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked pappardelle pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the sauce. If the mixture feels too dry, add some of the reserved pasta cooking water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Divide the pasta among plates or bowls, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.7 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 171 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 3815 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.4 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 117.4 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 53.7 mg | 298% | |
| Potassium | 1478 mg | 31% | |
*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.
