How to Make Easy Pasta with Tuna and Tomato Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a comforting, filling meal of pasta, and when you add in the delicious flavors of tuna and tomato sauce, you've got a winning dish that's easy to make and satisfying to eat. This recipe for Easy Pasta with Tuna and Tomato Sauce is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to get dinner on the table quickly without sacrificing on taste.

With just a handful of simple ingredients, this recipe comes together in no time, making it a great go-to when you need to w...

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Ingredients

  • ½ (16 ounce) box penne
  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna, packed in olive oil, drained
  • ¼ cup olive oil, divided
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
  • ½ large organic lemon, juiced and zested
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ounce canned anchovy fillets, drained
  • 2 teaspoons capers
  • 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • ½ bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Empty tuna into a bowl and mash with a fork while pasta is cooking. Mix with 2 tablespoons olive oil, basil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and fry the anchovies for 3 minutes. Add capers and garlic; cook, stirring constantly, for an additional 3 minutes. Add tuna mixture and tomatoes; simmer sauce for about 5 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and add to the sauce. Mix well. Stir in parsley before serving.
  • Nutrition

    919 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 1301mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 94g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 62mg
    • Calcium: 170mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 815mg