How to Make Mediterranean Tuna Capellini - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Mediterranean cuisine, we often think of fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and light, healthy dishes. And this Mediterranean Tuna Capellini recipe is no exception. With a base of delicate capellini pasta, this dish is packed with Mediterranean flavors and is a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

The star of this recipe is the tuna, a staple in Mediterranean cuisine. Tuna is not only delicious, but it's also a great source of lean protein and ome...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound capellini pasta
  • 3 lemons, zested and juiced
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna packed in oil
  • ½ (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in capellini, bring back to a boil, and cook over medium heat until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Squeeze lemon juice into a large bowl, removing all the seeds. Pour in olive oil and mix to combine. Mix in Parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and crushed red pepper until well combined. Add in tuna, flaking and separating larger pieces. Carefully fold in cannellini beans.
  • Drain capellini pasta and add to the tuna mixture. Toss to combine and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    410 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 603mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 295mg