Pasta with Tuna and Spices

Pasta with Tuna and Spices is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings together tender pasta and savory tuna, enhanced by a variety of aromatic spices. This quick and easy dish makes a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli) - 200 grams
• Canned tuna in olive oil - 1 can (about 150 grams drained)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Add the drained tuna, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, mixing gently to combine.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the tuna and vegetables.
7. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
8. Finish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tuna, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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