Tuna pasta

Tuna pasta, after testing this recipe there is no excuse for not eating healthy even if you have a little time! If you stick to the recipe, this dinner has less than 400 kcal.

Several dishes with pasta and seafood:
Pasta Vongole
Pasta with mussels in wine and cream sauce

Here you will find dinner tips on all my pasta dishes:
Pasta

🍷 Wine tips

Vermentino — Tuna pasta with tomato and herbs pairs beautifully with a fresh Vermentino from Sardinia or Tuscany — fruity acidity and a light bitter note that perfectly complements the tuna. Pinot Grigio or a dry Provence Rosé are equally fine.

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Tunfisk pasta
Yann A. Skaalen

Tonfiskpasta

5 from 1 vote
Enkel tonfiskpasta, klar på 20 minuter! Låg i kalorier och god!
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 portioner
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 341

Ingredients
  

  • 80 g tonfisk i olja
  • 140 g pasta
  • 2 msk olivolja
  • 2 klyftor vitlök krossad
  • 1 tsk citronsaft
  • 1 msk persilja finhackad
  • salt och peppar efter smak

Method
 

  1. Koka upp vatten för pasta.
  2. Medan pastan kokar förbereder du vitlök, persilja, tonfisk och citron.
  3. När pastan nästan är klar, ta en stekpanna med plats för pastan och häll i oljan.
  4. När oljan är varm, tillsätt vitlök och låt den steka ca 30 sekunder. Rör i tonfisk, citronsaft och persilja. Tillsätt några matskedar pastavatten.
  5. Låt det bli varmt och tillsätt pastan.
  6. Servera med citronzest. (Parmesan serveras inte med fisk, men om du gillar det – kör på!)

Nutrition

Calories: 341kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 21gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 171mgPotassium: 245mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 31IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tuna Pasta

Can I use fresh tuna instead of canned for tuna pasta?

Yes, fresh tuna gives an even better result. Sear the steak in a very hot pan for 2–3 minutes per side until just pink inside, then flake it into the sauce at the end. Canned tuna in olive oil remains the most convenient and flavorful everyday option.

What can I add to tuna pasta for more flavor?

Capers, black olives, cherry tomatoes and red chili are classic additions. A small knob of butter stirred into the sauce at the end adds richness and gloss. Fresh parsley or basil on top finishes the dish perfectly.

Is tuna pasta healthy?

Tuna is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and is low in saturated fat. A serving of tuna pasta with whole-grain pasta is a nutritious and filling meal. Use tuna in spring water rather than oil for a lighter option.

Can I make tuna pasta ahead of time?

Tuna pasta tastes best freshly made. If you want to prep ahead, cook the pasta al dente and combine everything just before serving. The sauce can be made a few hours in advance and gently reheated.