Tuna Pasta Puttanesca
Indulge in the bold, briny flavors of Tuna Pasta Puttanesca, a quick and easy Italian-inspired recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, anchovies, and red chili flakes, this dish is elevated with savory bursts of kalamata olives, capers, and flaky tuna. Ready in just 30 minutes, it strikes the perfect balance between hearty and light, with a medley of Mediterranean flavors that are sure to impress. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, Tuna Pasta Puttanesca is a delightful meal that captures the essence of vibrant Italian cuisine. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a crisp green salad for an unbeatable dining experience!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 4 anchovy fillets
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 400 g canned diced tomatoes
- 100 g kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
- 2 tbsp capers
- 150 g canned tuna in olive oil (drained and flaked)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely chop the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet along with the anchovy fillets. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the anchovies have dissolved.
Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Add the canned diced tomatoes to the skillet and stir well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly.
Stir in the kalamata olives and capers. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and gently fold in the canned tuna, being careful not to break it up too much.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add some reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Taste the pasta and season with salt and black pepper, as needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.0 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 9384 mg | 408% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.4 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 97.5 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.2 mcg | 51% | |
| Calcium | 538 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 1910 mg | 41% | |
*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.
