Garlic Tuna Linguine

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Garlic Tuna Linguine, a quick and easy pasta recipe bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flair! Featuring tender linguine tossed in a fragrant blend of olive oil, garlic, and red chili flakes, this dish is perfectly complemented by the rich, savory taste of canned tuna. Fresh lemon zest and juice add a zesty brightness, while parsley brings a touch of herbaceous freshness to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this light yet satisfying meal is finished with optional Parmesan cheese for a touch of indulgence. Perfect for busy nights, Garlic Tuna Linguine is a simple, wholesome recipe guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 350 grams linguine pasta
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 2 cans canned tuna in olive oil, drained
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 0 for serving grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds to infuse the oil with heat.

Step 5

Flake the drained tuna into the skillet and stir gently to combine with the garlic and chili flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.

Step 6

Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to evenly distribute the flavors.

Step 7

Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the garlic-tuna mixture. If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta cooking water, 2 tablespoons at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Serve the garlic tuna linguine warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	760.3 grams (760.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2041

Total Fat 75.10g	96%
Saturated Fat 12.40g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 338mg	113%
Sodium 4759mg	207%
Total Carbohydrate 203.30g	74%
Dietary Fiber 11.10g	40%
Total Sugars 9.30g
Protein 123.90g	248%

Vitamin D 224IU	1120%
Calcium 262mg	20%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 1675mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.1%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 41.0%