Pasta with Tuna and Black Olive Vinaigrette

Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this vibrant Pasta with Tuna and Black Olive Vinaigrette recipe, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Tossed with al dente spaghetti, this recipe features tender chunks of canned tuna in olive oil, briny black olives, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and fragrant oregano. Fresh parsley and optional capers add a final burst of freshness and zing, while the light, olive oil-based dressing keeps things beautifully simple yet irresistible. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of flavors with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for pasta lovers seeking a refreshing, no-fuss meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams spaghetti
• 150 grams canned tuna (in olive oil)
• 75 grams black olives (pitted, sliced)
• 150 grams cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
• 20 ml red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 10 grams fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 15 grams capers (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna (with its oil), sliced black olives, halved cherry tomatoes, and capers (if using). Gently break apart the tuna into smaller chunks.

Step 4

Pour the vinaigrette over the tuna mixture and toss gently to combine.

Step 5

Add the cooked pasta to the bowl with the tuna and vinaigrette mixture. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated. If the pasta seems dry, add a tablespoon or two of reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the pasta and toss lightly to distribute.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with additional black olives or parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(744.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1400.1

Total Fat 87.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 75mg	0%
Sodium 3720.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 61.5g	0%

Vitamin D 300IU	0%
Calcium 160.1mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1023.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.3%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 26.3%