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Tuna Pesto Spaghetti

Cultural Context

Tuna Pesto Spaghetti combines the flavors of Italy with the convenience of canned tuna, making it a popular choice for quick weeknight meals. The dish showcases the vibrant taste of pesto, a sauce originating from Genoa, made with fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts. This modern adaptation is loved for its simplicity and versatility, allowing for variations with different proteins or vegetables, and is enjoyed in many households around the world.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
300 gr tonno sott'olio
100 gr mandorle
50 gr pinoli
10 pomodori sott'olio
2/3 filetti alici
2 spicchi aglio
peperoncino q.b.
capperi q.b.
olio EVO q.b.
pepe q.b.

pesto sauce

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado pesto

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: homemade basil pesto

Avocado pesto reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative.

1

Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a blender, combine the tuna, almonds, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, anchovies, garlic, chili, capers, and olive oil. Blend until smooth to create the pesto.

3

Toss the cooked spaghetti with the pesto mixture until well coated.

4

Season with pepper to taste and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishglutendairy

Also Known As

Tuna Pasta with PestoPesto Tuna Spaghetti
Local Name: Spaghetti al Pesto di Tonno

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