Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine
Make Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine, an American dinner recipe with linguine or spaghetti, canned tuna in olive oil, drained, olive oil. It has about 20 min, about 470 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine is an American dinner recipe that takes about 20 min, makes 4 servings, has about 470 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonSpicy Garlic Tuna Linguine ingredients
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in olive oil, drained
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained (optional)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
How to make Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water, then drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat 0.25 cup of olive oil in a large skillet or deep sauté pan over medium-low heat.
- Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 0.5 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the oil. Sauté gently for 2-3 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
- If using, stir in 0.5 can of undrained diced tomatoes. Increase heat to medium and cook for 3-4 minutes, breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon, until some of the liquid has evaporated and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in the 2 cans of drained tuna, gently breaking it into flakes with your spoon. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the tuna mixture. Toss well to combine, ensuring the pasta is coated with the garlic and oil.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, and 0.25 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
- If the pasta appears too dry, gradually add a splash or two of the reserved pasta water, tossing until the desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Serve immediately for a vibrant and flavorful dinner.
Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine FAQ
How do I make Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine?
Make Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine?
The main ingredients include linguine or spaghetti, canned tuna in olive oil, drained, olive oil, garlic, thinly sliced, red pepper flakes. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine take?
This recipe takes about 20 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Spicy Garlic Tuna Linguine?
Recipe Genius estimates about 470 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.