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Pasta with Tomatoes and Tuna
25min
4 servings
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This simple yet flavorful Pasta with Tomatoes and Tuna is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. The dish combines al dente pasta with chunks of tender tuna and juicy tomatoes, all tossed in a light, garlicky olive oil sauce. Fresh herbs add a burst of flavor, making this an easy, delicious, and budget-friendly meal that comes together in minutes. It's a great way to enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with pantry staples.
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Sugar
3 g
4 g
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Cook pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Prepare ingredients
While pasta cooks, halve cherry tomatoes and mince garlic cloves.
Heat oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Sauté garlic
Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add tomatoes
Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Prepare tuna
Drain tuna and break into chunks.
Add tuna
Add tuna chunks to the skillet. Gently stir to combine with tomatoes.
Season
Add salt and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Prepare herbs and lemon
Chop fresh basil and zest the lemon.
Combine pasta and sauce
Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water. Add pasta to the skillet with tuna and tomatoes.
Finish the dish
Add lemon zest, chopped basil, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Serve
Divide pasta among four plates and serve immediately.
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