The Easiest Tuna Pasta Recipe with Canned Tuna
This easy tuna pasta recipe with canned tuna and spaghetti uses a few simple ingredients to make a quick dinner in minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights and very budget friendly!
Servings: 8
Cost: $10
Ingredients
- 16 oz pasta linguine or spaghetti
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 8 oz canned tuna drained and flaked
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 medium lemon juice of
- 1 cup pasta water
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- chopped parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of water when done
- Drain pasta in colander, and return pot to the stove
- Add tuna to the pot, and season with Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder and pepper over low heat
- Add the pasta and peas over the tuna
- Pour the reserved pasta water, lemon juice and olive oil over the pasta mixture, sprinkle with Parmesan, and toss to coat
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately
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Notes
I like to place the frozen peas in the colander before draining the pasta so the hot water and pasta will easily thaw the peas.
This dish is best when served right away. You can add additional olive oil if you feel the pasta is too dry.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 414mg | Potassium: 258mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 194IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 2mg
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