Quick tuna garlic and chilli pasta
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Prep Time
5 Minutes
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Cook Time
15 Minutes
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Yield
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Difficulty Level
Easy, Quick
Ingredients
- 1 x 185g can Safcol Tuna in oil Italian style, drained
- 500g spiral pasta, (or your favourite pasta)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 medium cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 small red onion, finely sliced
- 1 punnet cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 red bullet chillis, deseeded and finely chopped (add more if you like spicy food)
- 1 cup flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta ‘al dente’ according to the instructions on the pack. Drain and reserve around half a cup of the cooking water.
- In a large saucepan, on a medium heat, add oil and then the onion, fry for 2-3 minutes or until it begins to soften. Add the garlic, cook for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Stir in hot cooked pasta, tuna with the can liquid, parsley and tomatoes to the pan and stir through until well combined.
- Pour in a little of the reserved pasta cooking water until the pasta is glossy but not too wet.
- Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve piping hot.
| Servings: | 4 |
| Ready in: | 20 Minutes |
| Course: | Dinner |
| Recipe Type: | Pasta |
| Ingredient: | Tuna |
Quick tuna garlic and chilli pasta
The base of our quick tuna garlic and chilli pasta is known as Spaghetti aglio e oilo pepperoncino in Italy. We have added a wonderful flavour boost with a few additional ingredients to make this delicious and wholesome meal the perfect weeknight ‘quickie’.
Speed and convenience!
As the name suggests, this dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it a great option for busy days or when you’re short on time. It allows you to have a satisfying meal on the table in a relatively short amount of time. Tuna, a key ingredient in this dish, is a high-protein food that can help support muscle growth, repair, and overall bodily functions. Protein also helps you feel full and satisfied, making this dish a good option for those looking to increase protein intake.
This quick tuna garlic and chilli pasta is a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something flavorful and speedy to prepare. Feel free to customize the recipe to suit your taste preferences!
Combining pasta, tuna, and a little olive oil provides a good balance of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats. This can help provide sustained energy and keep you feeling full and satisfied. The combination of garlic and chili infuses the dish with robust flavors, adding depth to a simple pasta dish. Tuna is also relatively inexpensive, making this meal a budget-friendly option.
