Artichokes, Capers, Olives, Lemon Zest, and Italian

Name: Artichokes, Capers, Olives, Lemon Zest, and Italian Tuna, Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 quarts water; 3 tablespoons salt; 1 lb small shell pasta; salsa, cruda; 6 ounces artichokes, drained, I use the marinated ones; ¼ cup capers, drained and rinsed; ½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 lemon, zest; 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cansitalian tuna in olive oil, drained; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; fresh ground black pepper; ½ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

8 quarts water
3 tablespoons salt
1 lb small shell pasta
salsa, cruda
6 ounces artichokes, drained, I use the marinated ones
¼ cup capers, drained and rinsed
½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
1 lemon, juiced
1 lemon, zest
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cansitalian tuna in olive oil, drained
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
fresh ground black pepper
½ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

1
Salsa Cruda:.
2
In medium bowl separate tuna into large pieces.
3
Add remaining ingredients and mix trying not to break up tuna.
4
Set aside.
5
Prepare pasta:.
6
In a 10 quart pot, bring the water to a brisk boil.
7
Add salt and stir in the pasta.
8
When the water returns to a boil, begin timing and cook al dente, according to the package directions.
9
Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.
10
Drain pasta, but do not rinse.
11
Transfer the pasta to a large bowl.
12
Stir in reserved pasta cooking water to keep the pasta from sticking to itself.
13
Add salsa cruda and toss.
14
Garnish with parsley.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 quarts water, 3 tablespoons salt, 1 lb small shell pasta, salsa, cruda, and more.

Yes, Artichokes, Capers, Olives, Lemon Zest, and Italian Tuna, Shells falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Artichokes, Capers, Olives, Lemon Zest, and Italian Tuna, Shells

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