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Creamy Tuna Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy Tuna Pasta is a beloved dish in Spain, often enjoyed as a comforting family meal. Combining pasta with canned tuna and a rich cream sauce, it reflects the country's penchant for simple, hearty ingredients. This dish has gained popularity beyond Spain, with variations appearing in many Mediterranean cuisines, making it a versatile option for busy weeknights.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 shallots
4 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon sweet smoked Spanish paprika
14 1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes
sea salt
black pepper
2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups penne pasta
2 cans tuna in olive oil (90 grams each)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
handful fresh parsley

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Heat a large fry pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.

2

Thinly slice 2 shallots and chop 4 cloves of garlic.

3

Add the sliced shallots and chopped garlic to the pan, mixing continuously to avoid browning.

4

After about 2 minutes, add 1/2 teaspoon of sweet smoked Spanish paprika and mix well.

5

Add a 14 1/2 ounce can of diced tomatoes and season with sea salt and black pepper, mixing everything together.

6

Increase the heat to high and simmer for about 3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

7

Add 2 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

8

Once boiling, add 2 cups of penne pasta, mixing to ensure even distribution.

9

Cook the pasta for about 9 minutes, stirring every one to two minutes to prevent sticking.

10

Cover the pan with a lid and reduce heat to low medium, simmering for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until al dente.

11

Turn off the heat and let the pasta sit for a couple of minutes to cool slightly.

12

Drain 2 cans of tuna in olive oil and add to a bowl, removing excess oil without overmixing.

13

Finely chop a handful of fresh parsley and add to the bowl with the tuna.

14

Add 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt to the tuna and parsley, seasoning with black pepper and mixing gently until combined.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

large fry pansievebowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

milkfishwheat

Also Known As

Tuna Pasta BakePasta con Atún
Local Name: Pasta con atún cremosa

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