Can I use fresh tuna instead of canned?

Absolutely! Just cook a tuna steak until barely pink in the center, then flake it into the sauce. But honestly? The canned stuff works beautifully here and saves so much time - that's why this is my go-to weeknight meal!

How can I make this dairy-free?

Swap the cream for coconut milk (the canned kind) and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan. It won't taste exactly the same, but still makes a creamy, satisfying pasta dish!

Why does my tuna pasta taste dry?

Two likely culprits: either you didn't save enough pasta water (that starchy liquid is magic!), or you overcooked the pasta before adding it to the sauce. Next time, undercook the noodles slightly - they'll finish cooking in the hot cream.

What's the best tuna for pasta?

I prefer solid white albacore packed in water - it has a cleaner flavor. But any tuna will work in a pinch! Just drain it well so your sauce doesn't get watery.

Creamy Tuna Pasta Recipe Ready in Just 20 Minutes

Name: Easy Creamy Tuna Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli); 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Easy Creamy Tuna Pasta

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A quick and delicious pasta dish using canned tuna, perfect for busy weeknights.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

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8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add tuna to the pan and break it up with a fork. Cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Simmer for 3 minutes.
Add cooked pasta to the pan to coat to coat.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use any pasta shape you prefer.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Add red pepper flakes for some heat.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 recipe
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 50mg

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