Linguini with Canned Tuna
Transform your pantry staples into a gourmet delight with this quick and comforting linguini with canned tuna recipe. Featuring tender linguini tossed with savory canned tuna in olive oil, golden sautéed garlic, and a hint of fiery red chili flakes, this dish is bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors. Finished with a refreshing zest of lemon, fresh parsley, and a glossy coating of pasta cooking water, it’s the perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this budget-friendly recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or an elegant meal on a whim. Serve it with an extra drizzle of olive oil and a side of crusty bread for a restaurant-quality experience at home!
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Ingredients
- 400 grams linguini
- 2 cans (about 150 grams each) canned tuna in olive oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 1 whole lemon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups pasta cooking water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the linguini and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, finely chop the garlic cloves and set them aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and golden, but not burned.
Step 4
Drain the canned tuna and add it to the skillet, gently breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 2-3 minutes to warm the tuna through.
Step 5
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet along with the reserved pasta cooking water. Toss everything together to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Step 6
Stir in the lemon zest, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (892.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1642.7 |
| Total Fat 81.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 150mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3287.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 131.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.5g | |
| Protein 90.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 600IU | 0% |
| Calcium 131.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1085.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories