Tuna & Rocket Pasta Recipe

Name: Tuna & Rocket Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 ounces tuna preferably in brine; 7/8 cup whipping cream; 3 cloves garlic minced; 1/2 onions large, yellow or red works, roughly chopped; 1 handful sweet basil; 2 1/2 cups rocket leaves; 2 tablespoons butter; 6 3/4 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil; 8 pitted black olives sliced; 4 spaghetti servings, or fettucini; salt; white pepper; cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

7 ounces tuna preferably in brine
7/8 cup whipping cream
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 onions large, yellow or red works, roughly chopped
1 handful sweet basil
2 1/2 cups rocket leaves
2 tablespoons butter
6 3/4 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
8 pitted black olives sliced
4 spaghetti servings, or fettucini
salt
white pepper
cracked black pepper

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1. Start cooking the spaghetti/fettucini as per packet instructions.
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2. Get a skillet heated and melt the 2 tbsp butter. Fry the garlic and onion on medium heat until fragrant. Don't let it brown.
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3. Add the whipping cream and bring it to boil. Remove from heat.
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4. Place the tuna and basil leaves in a blender or food processor. Pour in the contents of the skillet and process until smooth. With the motor still running, drizzle in the melted butter/olive oil. Season with salt and white pepper.
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5. Drain the spaghetti, reserving abt 1/2 cup liquid. Pour in the processed sauce, olives, and half the rocket leaves. Mix well.
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6. Divvy up the pasta and sauce onto four serving dishes. Garnish with the other half of the rocket leaves and some freshly cracked black pepper. Serve with a slice of garlic bread to soak up the yummy sauce.

525

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 ounces tuna preferably in brine, 7/8 cup whipping cream, 3 cloves garlic minced, 1/2 onions large, yellow or red works, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Tuna & Rocket Pasta 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!

Tuna & Rocket Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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