This quick and comforting Pasta Con Il Tonno is a classic Italian-inspired dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. The sauce features a rich blend of canned tomatoes, garlic, and a dried red chile for a gentle kick of heat. Olive oil infuses the sauce with aromatic depth, while flaked tuna adds savory protein and texture. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner for busy families or a satisfying lunch on its own. The combination of bright tomatoes and briny tuna creates a balanced, robust flavor profile that is both simple and deeply satisfying. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of freshness.
Pasta Con Il Tonno (Pasta With Tuna)
Description
This quick and comforting Pasta Con Il Tonno is a classic Italian-inspired dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. The sauce features a rich blend of canned tomatoes, garlic, and a dried red chile for a gentle kick of heat. Olive oil infuses the sauce with aromatic depth, while flaked tuna adds savory protein and texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect weeknight dinner for busy families or a satisfying lunch on its own. The combination of bright tomatoes and briny tuna creates a balanced, robust flavor profile that is both simple and deeply satisfying. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of freshness.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
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While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
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Add the dried red chile and garlic cloves to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn the garlic.
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Add the canned tomatoes to the pan, crushing them slightly with a wooden spoon, and season with salt to taste.
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Simmer the tomato mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Drain the tuna and add it to the tomato sauce, breaking it up into flakes with a spoon.
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Simmer the tuna and sauce together for 2-3 minutes just to heat the tuna through.
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Remove the whole garlic cloves and the dried chile from the sauce and discard them.
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Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the pan with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
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Transfer to serving plates and garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 662.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.2g16%
- Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 77.8mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 134.8g45%
- Dietary Fiber 13.7g55%
- Sugars 45.7g
- Protein 22.3g45%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
