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Tuna Pasta

Cultural Context

Tuna pasta dishes have roots in Italian cuisine, where canned tuna became popular during World War II as a pantry staple. This dish represents the resourcefulness of home cooking, turning simple ingredients into a satisfying meal. Today, variations abound globally, with many incorporating local flavors and ingredients, making it a versatile favorite in many households.

ItalianITmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
400 gr di paccheri
250 gr di tonno sott’olio
120 gr di parmigiano grattugiato
Sale e pepe qb
30 gr di capperi
Olio evo qb
Prezzemolo qb
200 gr di passata di pomodoro

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned salmon offers similar nutrition with a different flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides health benefits and a high smoke point.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: regular pasta

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber while still being affordable.

1

Boil the paccheri according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.

3

Add the canned tuna and cook briefly.

4

Stir in the passata di pomodoro and let it simmer.

5

Add the capers, salt, and pepper to taste.

6

Combine the cooked paccheri with the sauce.

7

Serve with grated Parmigiano and chopped parsley on top.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

fishdairygluten

Also Known As

Tuna Noodle CasseroleTuna Pasta Salad
Local Name: Pasta al tonno

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