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Tuna Spaghetti

A quick and delicious pasta dish combining savory tuna with fresh ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Cooking Ingredients
  • 100 g spaghetti Whole wheat or gluten-free options can be used.
  • Salt Salt, to taste
  • Vegetable oil Vegetable oil for cooking and sautéing
Vegetables and Tuna
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped Feel free to use basil or cilantro as alternatives.
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 can tuna in oil or water, drained Fresh tuna can be used as an alternative.
  • Pepper Pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
  • 40 g grated cheese (such as Parmesan or any hard cheese) Nutritional yeast can be used as a dairy-free option.
  • Chili flakes Chili flakes, to taste

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, following the package instructions. Once done, drain and drizzle with a little vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Sautéing Ingredients
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and half of the freshly chopped parsley. Allow it to cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the diced tomato and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, letting it soften and release its juices.
  4. Add the drained tuna into the skillet, breaking it apart gently while mixing it well with the other ingredients.
  5. Sprinkle in salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste. Allow it to simmer for about 2 to 3 minutes for all the flavors to meld together.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything together until well coated.
  7. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top and toss until it melts into the spaghetti. Finish by adding the remaining parsley for an extra burst of freshness.
Serving
  1. Plate the delicious tuna spaghetti and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed hot and can be paired with a side salad or crusty bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.