Canned tuna can be high in sodium, which is why we do not salt this recipe.
What you'll need
Measuring cups
Zester
Large skillet
Large pot
Small pot
Spatula or spoon
Ingredients
Serves 4
1 1/2 cups Spaghetti Sauce
5 ounces Tunapacked in oil or water, drained
2 tablespoons Olivesdiced
1 tablespoon Basildried or 1 tablespoon Oreganodried
of Black Pepperto taste
2 tablespoons Parsleyfresh, (optional)
1 Lemonzested (optional)
1/2 pound Pastawhole-wheat
Video Directions
Directions
1.Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2.
In the meanwhile, combine the sauce, tuna, olives, dried basil or oregano in a small pot, rice cooker, or microwave.
3.Cook to blend the flavors. Break up tuna, if necessary. This takes about 5 minutes in the pot or 1 cycle of the rice cooker. If using the microwave, cover and heat for 2 minutes; stir, cover, and heat for another minute.
4.Season with pepper and lemon zest. Toss sauce with pasta and additional seasonings.
Chef's Tips
If you don’t have a zester, use a vegetable peeler to remove strips of lemon peel (just the yellow part!) then finely chop.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2.00 cup
Serving Per Container 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4 g
5%
Saturated Fat 1 g
5%
Sodium 198 mg
9%
Total Carbohydrate 51 g
19%
Dietary Fiber 4 g
14%
Protein 17 g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
