Tuna Pesto Pasta

56g protein · 15 min · 1053 kcal

Tuna Pesto Pasta

This Tuna Pesto Pasta is a quick and simple meal made from pesto, pasta, garlic & canned tuna. It takes only 15 minutes to make and is perfect for busy days.

15 min3 servings1053 kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta of choice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 cans of tuna in oil (10-12oz)
  • 1 cup pesto
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring salted water to a boil and cook the pasta of your choice according to packaging instructions.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a wide skillet or saucepan, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add the tuna together with the oil. Break the tuna and saute just until heated.

  4. 4

    Turn off the heat and stir in the pasta and the pesto. Add a bit of the pasta water if it is needed.

  5. 5

    Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

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