Easy Tuna Pasta Recipe (25-Minutes)
If you’re seeking a quick and satisfying meal that pleases the whole family, this Easy Tuna Pasta Recipe is your answer. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when time is of the essence. Combining pantry staples like tuna, pasta, and tomatoes, this dish bursts with flavor while remaining budget-friendly. With its simple preparation and customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt it to suit your family’s tastes. Whether you enjoy a creamy version or prefer to keep it light with fresh herbs and veggies, this recipe delivers a nutritious meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes along with their juices and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Fold in drained tuna along with salt, black pepper, and reserved pasta water. Mix well for about another minute.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet and toss gently to coat.
- Finish with lemon juice and fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg