Mediterranean Tuna Capellini

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Not far from Tampa, Florida, is a waterfront city rich with Greek influence called Tarpon Springs. This is a dish based on a dish I once tried at a local eatery. It really gives a Mediterranean taste.

Submitted by thedailygourmet
Published on April 24, 2020
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 pound capellini pasta

  • 3 lemons, zested and juiced

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste

  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna packed in oil

  • ½ (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Directions

  1. Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in capellini, bring back to a boil, and cook over medium heat until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes.

  2. Squeeze lemon juice into a large bowl, removing all the seeds. Pour in olive oil and mix to combine. Mix in Parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and crushed red pepper until well combined. Add in tuna, flaking and separating larger pieces. Carefully fold in cannellini beans.

  3. Drain capellini pasta and add to the tuna mixture. Toss to combine and serve immediately.

Cook's Note:

If desired, feel free to use the entire can of beans.

27 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

410 Calories
15g Fat
53g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 410
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 20%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 603mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 53g 19%
Dietary Fiber 7g 24%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 45mg 50%
Calcium 126mg 10%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 295mg 6%

* 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.