Macarrão de Atum

Macarrão de Atum is a delicious low-carb Brazilian pasta dish that combines the flavors of tuna with a creamy sauce, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is both flavorful and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Canned tuna in olive oil - 200 grams
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Parmesan cheese - 50 grams, grated
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchinis using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create zucchini noodles.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the canned tuna (drained) to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, letting it simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the noodles are tender.
6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in protein and healthy fats from tuna and olive oil, promoting muscle health and satiety.

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