Tuna Spaghetti for One or Two
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful Tuna Spaghetti for One or Two. Perfectly portioned and ready in just 20 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe combines pantry staples like canned tuna, capers, and spaghetti with fresh, vibrant notes of lemon zest and parsley. A touch of red chili flakes and garlic sautéed in olive oil adds a bold, aromatic base, while a finishing sprinkle of grated Parmesan lends irresistible richness. This dish is an effortless blend of simplicity and sophistication, perfect for solo dining or an intimate meal for two. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s your go-to solution for a satisfying, homemade pasta night.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 1 can canned tuna
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves. Add them to the skillet along with the red chili flakes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, but not burned.
Drain the canned tuna and flake it into the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Add the capers, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the tuna mixture. If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the chopped parsley and toss again. Remove from heat.
Plate the spaghetti and sprinkle each serving with grated parmesan cheese. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.3 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 3232 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 57.8 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 493 mg | 10% | |
*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.
