Whole30 Classic Tuna Sauce
Transform your mealtime routine with this flavorful Whole30 Classic Tuna Sauce—a quick and healthy recipe perfect for those seeking a satisfying yet Whole30-compliant dinner option. Packed with pantry staples like canned tuna, diced tomatoes, and a medley of fresh aromatics, this hearty sauce comes together in just 30 minutes. Sautéed onions and garlic create a rich base, while a touch of crushed red pepper adds subtle heat, perfectly balanced by the brightness of fresh parsley. This versatile tuna sauce pairs beautifully with zoodles, steamed veggies, or your favorite Whole30-approved noodles, making it a wholesome, protein-packed dish that's both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're meal prepping or creating a weeknight masterpiece, this recipe delivers bold flavors with minimal effort—perfect for your Whole30 journey!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 5-ounce cans, drained canned tuna
- 1 14-ounce can, Whole30 approved diced tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Stir in the drained tuna, breaking it up with a spoon as you mix it with the onions and garlic.
Step 5
Add the diced tomatoes with their juices, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Stir to combine all ingredients and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 10
Serve the tuna sauce immediately over zoodles or your choice of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (895.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 857.1 |
| Total Fat 46.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 141.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3089.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.3g | |
| Protein 79.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 567.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 223.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1797.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories