Pesto Penne with Tuna Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Pesto Penne with Tuna is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that combines the flavors of pesto and tuna. The creamy pesto sauce coats the penne pasta perfectly, while the tuna adds a savory and protein-rich element to the dish. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. Serve it with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

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Ingredients for Pesto Penne with Tuna Recipe

  • 2 ounce Penne Pasta
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/4 can Tuna, Drained
  • 0.13 cup Pesto Sauce
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Pesto Penne With Tuna Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  • STEP 2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • STEP 3.Add the tuna to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
  • STEP 4.Stir in the pesto sauce and cooked penne pasta. Toss until well coated.
  • STEP 5.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • You can use store-bought pesto sauce or make your own homemade pesto.
  • For added flavor, you can sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
  • Feel free to add some chopped cherry tomatoes or sliced black olives for extra freshness and texture.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the pasta in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of water or olive oil to prevent it from drying out.
  • Serve the Pesto Penne with Tuna hot as a main dish or cold as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
value
296
calories per serving
3 g Fat24 g Protein85 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    3g
  • Protein
    24g
  • Carbs
    85g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    85g
  • Protein
    24g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    3g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    30mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    174mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    4mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    6mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    5mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    70mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    272mg
  • Selenium
    8mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp