Tuna Tomato Pasta Sauce

Elevate your weeknight meals with this flavorful Tuna Tomato Pasta Sauce, a quick and comforting recipe perfect for busy days. Combining the bold flavors of garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and canned tuna in olive oil with a rich base of crushed tomatoes, this sauce is both hearty and satisfying. Accented with capers and fresh parsley for a tangy, herbaceous touch, it’s ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish. This one-pan wonder pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta, making it an effortlessly delicious dinner option. Perfect for seafood lovers and Mediterranean cuisine enthusiasts, this vibrant dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 5-ounce cans, drained canned tuna in olive oil
• 1 28-ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, rinsed and drained capers
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (plus more for garnish) flat-leaf parsley
• 12 ounces, cooked according to package instructions pasta

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the drained tuna, breaking it up into smaller chunks with a spoon as it warms through.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Mix in the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the capers and chopped parsley, allowing the flavors to meld for 2-3 more minutes.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the sauce over your cooked pasta and toss to coat. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1591.5 grams (1591.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1523

Total Fat 64.50g	83%
Saturated Fat 10.20g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 142mg	47%
Sodium 3777mg	164%
Total Carbohydrate 152.80g	56%
Dietary Fiber 31.40g	112%
Total Sugars 41.90g
Protein 90.40g	181%

Vitamin D 568IU	2840%
Calcium 345mg	27%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 3739mg	80%

*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: 37.4%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 39.3%