Spaghetti Tuna
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this quick and flavorful Spaghetti Tuna recipe, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s bursting with simplicity and taste. Made with al dente spaghetti, savory canned tuna, fragrant garlic, and a kick of red chili flakes, this recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. The addition of capers, fresh parsley, and a splash of lemon juice brightens the dish, while grated Parmesan adds a rich, cheesy finish. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy nights or when you’re craving a light yet satisfying seafood pasta. Serve it with a crisp side salad or a glass of white wine for a complete meal that feels like a slice of coastal Italy at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 150 g canned tuna in olive oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp capers (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 50 g grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining and set aside.
While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Finely chop the garlic cloves and add them to the pan. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
Add the red chili flakes to the pan and stir for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Drain the canned tuna and add it to the pan, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spoon. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add the capers (if using) and stir them in. Reduce the heat to low.
Drain the cooked spaghetti and add it to the pan with the tuna mixture. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, tossing everything together to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese over the spaghetti and toss again.
Serve immediately, with additional parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.2 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 4126 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.0 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 77.6 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 702 mg | 15% | |
*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.
