Pasta with Tuna Sauce

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This easy pasta with tuna and tomato sauce is made with canned tuna and any type of pasta.

Submitted by Amanda
Updated on November 12, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves crushed garlic

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 1 tablespoon capers

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste

  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes.

  2. Heat oil over low heat in a large skillet. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, capers, lemon juice, parsley, and pepper flakes. Simmer gently until sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Fold in tuna and cook until heated through.

  3. Drain penne and return to the pot. Pour sauce over pasta and toss to coat.

Recipe Tip

Use your favorite pasta shape in place of penne if desired.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

384 Calories
6g Fat
60g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 384
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 102mg 34%
Sodium 174mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 60g 22%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 23g 46%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 56mg 4%
Iron 4mg 24%
Potassium 338mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.