Linguine with Tuna Puttanesca Recipe

Name: Linguine with Tuna Puttanesca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 12 ounces linguine; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 1/2 cup roughly chopped kalamata olives; 1 28 -ounce can San Marzano plum tomatoes; 4 basil leaves, torn, plus more for garnish; 1 5 -ounce can albacore tuna, packed in olive oil; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
12 ounces linguine
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/2 cup roughly chopped kalamata olives
1 28 -ounce can San Marzano plum tomatoes
4 basil leaves, torn, plus more for garnish
1 5 -ounce can albacore tuna, packed in olive oil
Freshly ground pepper

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the linguine and cook until al dente.
3
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until slightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes.
5
Add the capers and olives and fry 2 more minutes.
6
Crush the tomatoes into the skillet with your hands and reserve the juices.
7
Cook until the tomatoes are slightly dry, about 2 minutes.
8
Add the reserved tomato juices, the basil, and salt to taste and cook until the sauce thickens, 1 to 2 minutes.
9
Add the tuna with its oil, breaking it up with a fork, and season with salt.
10
Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water, and return it to the pot.
11
Add the sauce and the reserved cooking water and toss.
12
Season with pepper and garnish with more basil.
13
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

320

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

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: Kosher salt, 12 ounces linguine, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Linguine with Tuna Puttanesca 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 Tuna Puttanesca

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