Description
Enjoy a delightful blend of flavors with this Tuna-Zucchini Pasta, where tender zucchini meets savory tuna for a comforting meal. This dish is not just quick to prepare but also brings back fond memories of family gatherings. Perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests, it promises to brighten your dinner table with its vibrant colors and delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 medium zucchini, diced (about 200g)
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna packed in olive oil, drained
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Sauté zucchini and garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the diced zucchini and minced garlic. Sauté until the zucchini is golden and tender (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add tuna: Gently fold in the drained tuna and heat through for about 2–3 minutes.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with lemon juice and reserved pasta water as needed. Toss until well combined; season with salt and pepper.
- Finish with cheese: Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the pasta while tossing gently until slightly melted. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg