Tuna and Tomato Quickie

Get dinner on the table in just 15 minutes with this flavorful Tuna and Tomato Quickie recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Featuring pantry staples like tender canned tuna, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant garlic, this quick skillet dish comes alive with a hint of red chili flakes and the richness of extra-virgin olive oil. Serve it over warm pasta for a satisfying dinner, pair it with crusty bread for a light lunch, or enjoy it on its own for a low-carb option. With optional fresh basil for a burst of herbal freshness, this versatile, protein-packed recipe is a delicious solution for busy weeknights. Easy, healthy, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors—it’s a recipe you’ll return to time and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 oz) Canned tuna (in olive oil or water)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (or any ripe tomato)
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional)
• 2 cups Cooked pasta or crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the cherry tomatoes into quarters or roughly chop a large tomato. Mince the garlic.

Step 2

Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is warm, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and toss in the red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.

Step 5

Drain the canned tuna and add it to the skillet. Gently break it up with a wooden spoon or spatula and stir to combine it with the tomato mixture. Cook for another 2 minutes to warm the tuna through.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Optionally, tear fresh basil leaves and stir them into the mixture for added flavor.

Step 7

Serve the Tuna and Tomato Quickie over warm cooked pasta, alongside crusty bread, or enjoy it on its own as a light, protein-packed dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	854.1 grams (854.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1201

Total Fat 36.10g	46%
Saturated Fat 5.30g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 50mg	17%
Sodium 956mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 156.70g	57%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 8.00g
Protein 64.10g	128%

Vitamin D 113IU	567%
Calcium 89mg	7%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1034mg	22%

*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: 26.9%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 51.9%