Rotini With Tuna, Broccoli And Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Rotini With Tuna, Broccoli And Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 quarts water; 1 lb. whole broccoli or 8 oz. broccoli flowerettes (3-1/2 cups); 8 oz. fresh tuna or 6.5 oz. can of tuna, packed in water; 3 medium tomatoes; 4 oz. rotini or fusilli; 2 heaping Tbs. chopped fresh basil or 2 tsp. dried basil; 2 tsp. chopped fresh oregano or 3/4 tsp. dried oregano; 2 thick slices red onion; 2 Tbs. high quality olive oil; 2 Tbs. each red wine and Balsamic vinegar; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 oz. extra sharp cheddar

Servings: persons

3 quarts water
1 lb. whole broccoli or 8 oz. broccoli flowerettes (3-1/2 cups)
8 oz. fresh tuna or 6.5 oz. can of tuna, packed in water
3 medium tomatoes
4 oz. rotini or fusilli
2 heaping Tbs. chopped fresh basil or 2 tsp. dried basil
2 tsp. chopped fresh oregano or 3/4 tsp. dried oregano
2 thick slices red onion
2 Tbs. high quality olive oil
2 Tbs. each red wine and Balsamic vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper
2 oz. extra sharp cheddar

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1. If using fresh tuna heat broiler and cover broiler pan with aluminum foil.
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2. Boil water for rotini.
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3. If broccoli is whole trim off stems and cut heads into flowerettes.
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4. If using canned tuna drain.
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5. Cut tomatoes into large chunks.
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6. If using fresh tuna broil for about 3 to 5 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, turning once. Cut into small chunks.
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7. Cook rotini about 6 minutes.
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8. Chop fresh basil, oregano and sliced onion.
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9. Cook raw broccoli flowerettes by adding to pot of rotini for the final 2-3 minutes of cooking time. Drain rotini and broccoli.
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10. Beat together oil and vinegar and stir in herbs and onion; add pepper to taste.
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11. Combine dressing with rotini, tuna, broccoli and tomatoes.
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12. Cut cheese into small cubes and add. Serve with crusty bread. (2 servings)

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 quarts water, 1 lb. whole broccoli or 8 oz. broccoli flowerettes (3-1/2 cups), 8 oz. fresh tuna or 6.5 oz. can of tuna, packed in water, 3 medium tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Rotini With Tuna, Broccoli And Tomatoes 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!

Rotini With Tuna, Broccoli And Tomatoes

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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