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Italian Fusilli with Tuna

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35min

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4 servings

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This vibrant Italian-inspired dish combines spiral fusilli pasta with flaky tuna, tender broccoli florets, and zesty capers, all brought together with a bright lemon sauce. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures, offering a light yet satisfying meal. The broccoli adds a fresh, crisp element, while the capers provide bursts of saltiness. This easy-to-prepare dish is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a delightful lunch, embodying the simplicity and deliciousness of Mediterranean cuisine.

Nutrition Facts

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Sugar
5 g
3 g
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1
Cook pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook fusilli according to package instructions until al dente.

2
Prepare broccoli

In the last 3 minutes of pasta cooking, add broccoli florets to the boiling water.

3
Prepare garlic and lemon

Mince garlic cloves. Zest and juice the lemons.

4
Heat oil

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

5
Sauté garlic

Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

6
Add tuna and capers

Drain tuna and add to the skillet along with capers. Gently break up tuna and stir to combine.

7
Season

Add salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir to combine.

8
Drain pasta and broccoli

Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta and broccoli.

9
Combine pasta and sauce

Add drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet with the tuna mixture. Toss gently to combine.

10
Adjust consistency

If needed, add some reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.

11
Add herbs

Chop fresh parsley and add to the pasta, reserving some for garnish.

12
Serve

Divide pasta among four plates, garnish with remaining parsley, and serve immediately.

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