Description
Pesto Tuna Pasta is a quick and satisfying dish that brings together the creamy richness of pesto, tender pasta, and protein-packed tuna. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this vibrant meal comes together in just 20 minutes. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a delightful choice for family dinners or last-minute entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in olive oil, drained
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Boil fusilli pasta in salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, flake the drained tuna into smaller pieces.
- Mix the pesto with the tuna until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pesto-tuna mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Fold in halved cherry tomatoes and half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve topped with a drizzle of olive oil and remaining Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 40mg