Pesto Pasta with Tuna

12g protein · 20 min · 466 kcal

Pesto Pasta with Tuna

This Pesto Tuna Pasta is so simple yet so tasty! It is one great way to use canned tuna and turn it into a delectable meal in no time at all.

20 min6 servings466 kcal

Ingredients

  • 14 oz dry spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 big onion (- sliced thinly)
  • 3 cloves garlic (- minced)
  • 2 cans (7oz) tuna in oil (- or 1 12 oz can)
  • 1 can (425g) mushroom (- drained)
  • 1 cup basil pesto sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • salt
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook spaghetti noodles as per package instruction just until al dente. Drain water and set aside.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Saute onion and garlic until translucent and aromatic.

  3. 3

    Pour in canned tuna including the oil. Stir and cook for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add basil pesto sauce and season with salt and ground pepper as needed. Cook for another minute and turn the heat off.

  5. 5

    Add cooked pasta into the skillet and toss until noodle strands are completely covered with pesto sauce.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle with shredded parmesan and serve.

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