Spicy Tuna Puttanesca Recipe

Name: Spicy Tuna Puttanesca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Pasta (spaghetti, Linguine, Etc.); 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 cups Chopped Fresh Kale; 1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper; 3 Tablespoons Capers; 3/4 cups Chopped Kalamata Olives; 1 jar (about 6.7 Oz. Size) Tuna Fillets Packed In Oil; 3 cups Chopped Tomatoes; 1/4 cups Sun-dried Tomatoes, In Oil, Chopped; 1/2 cups White Wine; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice; 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest; 1/2 teaspoons Salt, Or To Taste; 1/4 teaspoons Freshly Ground Pepper; 1/4 cups Reserved Pasta Cooking Liquid; 1/4 cups Chopped Fresh Basil

Servings: persons

1 pound Pasta (spaghetti, Linguine, Etc.)
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
2 cups Chopped Fresh Kale
1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper
3 Tablespoons Capers
3/4 cups Chopped Kalamata Olives
1 jar (about 6.7 Oz. Size) Tuna Fillets Packed In Oil
3 cups Chopped Tomatoes
1/4 cups Sun-dried Tomatoes, In Oil, Chopped
1/2 cups White Wine
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
1/2 teaspoons Salt, Or To Taste
1/4 teaspoons Freshly Ground Pepper
1/4 cups Reserved Pasta Cooking Liquid
1/4 cups Chopped Fresh Basil

1
Cook pasta according to directions.
2
Reserve 1/4 cup of cooking liquid before draining.
3
Keep warm.
4
Meanwhile, in a large frying pan over medium heat, add the olive oil.
5
Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds.
6
Add the kale and cook 2 minutes.
7
Add red pepper flakes, capers, Kalamata olives, tuna, tomatoes, and sun dried tomatoes.
8
Cook 2 minutes, gently stirring to break up tuna.
9
Add wine, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
10
Cook 1 minute.
11
Add pasta to frying pan and add reserved cooking liquid.
12
Stir all to combine.
13
Top with basil and serve.

630

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Pasta (spaghetti, Linguine, Etc.), 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 2 cups Chopped Fresh Kale, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Tuna Puttanesca

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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