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

There are few things more satisfying than a plate of perfectly cooked pasta smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce. And when that sauce is made with tender, flaky tuna and a handful of pantry staples, you've got a recipe for a meal that is both delicious and incredibly easy to make. This Pasta with Tuna Sauce is a go-to dish for busy weeknights when you want something comforting and filling but don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Heat oil over low heat in a large skillet. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, capers, lemon juice, parsley, and pepper flakes. Simmer gently until sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Fold in tuna and cook until heated through.
  • Drain penne and return to the pot. Pour sauce over pasta and toss to coat.
  • Nutrition

    384 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 102mg
    • Sodium: 174mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 338mg