Linguine with Fresh Tuna, Olives and Capers Recipe

Name: Linguine with Fresh Tuna, Olives and Capers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound albacore or ahi tuna steak, about 3/4 inch thick; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound linguine; 2 medium red onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise; 3 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons very finely chopped garlic; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 12 Calamata olives (2 ounces), pitted and coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1 pound albacore or ahi tuna steak, about 3/4 inch thick
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound linguine
2 medium red onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
3 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons very finely chopped garlic
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
12 Calamata olives (2 ounces), pitted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
Season the tuna with salt and pepper.
2
Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet.
3
Add the tuna and cook over moderately high heat, turning once, until browned on both sides and pink in the center, about 6 minutes.
4
Transfer to a plate.
5
When cool enough to handle, cut the tuna into 1-inch pieces.
6
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine until al dente; drain.
7
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, deep skillet.
8
Add the onions, cover and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 minutes.
9
Add the lemon zest and garlic and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
10
Add the lemon juice, olives, capers and tuna and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes.
11
Add the linguine to the skillet and toss.
12
Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with the parsley and serve.

610

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound albacore or ahi tuna steak, about 3/4 inch thick, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pound linguine, and more.

Yes, Linguine with Fresh Tuna, Olives and Capers 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.

Linguine with Fresh Tuna, Olives and Capers

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