Spaghetti With Tuna, Pancetta & Spinach Recipe

Name: Spaghetti With Tuna, Pancetta & Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces spaghetti; 1 (6 ounce) can tuna packed in oil, drained; 1 bunch spinach, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil (or more as needed); 4 garlic cloves, chopped; ½ cup pancetta, roughly chopped; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ½ cup dry white wine (optional); ½ cup water (reserved pasta cooking water); salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water for 8-9 minutes for al dente.
2
Meanwhile, saute garlic in olive oil in a large skillet until lightly browned.
3
Add pancetta and cook until brown and crisp.
4
Add spinach and tuna and saute gently until warmed through.
5
Add wine and simmer until almost all liquid is gone.
6
Drain pasta, add to saute pan with other ingredients.
7
Add reserved cooking water and toss pasta until almost all liquid is absorbed.
8
Serve immediately, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with additional red pepper flakes if desired.

250

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces spaghetti, 1 (6 ounce) can tuna packed in oil, drained, 1 bunch spinach, chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil (or more as needed), and more.

Yes, Spaghetti With Tuna, Pancetta & Spinach 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.

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Spaghetti With Tuna, Pancetta & Spinach

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