Pasta with tuna, herbs and cherry tomatoes
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 439
- Carbohydrates g 56.1
- of which sugars g 6.1
- Protein g 30.9
- Fats g 9.3
- of which saturated fat g 3.42
- Fiber g 10.7
- Cholesterol mg 61
- Sodium mg 675
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 15 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Average
PRESENTATION
Pasta with tuna, herbs, and cherry tomatoes? It’s like bringing the vibe of Southern Italy right to your table. And look, it’s pretty obvious why people keep coming back. This tuna pasta recipe really makes the most out of simple, everyday stuff. Canned or fresh tuna, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a good handful of herbs—especially mint. I gotta say, that mint gives everything a fresh kick. The whole dish just feels like summer on the coast. Seriously good. It’s light, full of color, and loaded with tender fish and juicy tomatoes. Plus, folks in Sicily and Calabria have their spins, like busiate pasta with tuna ragù. Really, no matter how you do it, the idea's the same: grab what’s good and local, keep it simple, and let those bright flavors shine. The aromatic mint? It’s such a classic Southern Italian touch—it lifts everything up.
So here's the thing: on busy nights, it’s tough to beat how quickly this easy tuna pasta comes together. People really love it. Why? Well, it checks all the boxes: it’s a healthy tuna pasta, filling without being heavy. And it fits with the Mediterranean way of eating—lots of protein and veggies. You know, not just plain carbs. Pretty much. Families serve it as a main course at Sunday lunches or even quick weeknight dinners. The way the spaghetti or linguine gets wrapped up with that silky sauce—loaded with golden tomatoes and herbs—just makes the plate feel special. Sometimes, you'll find versions with a little onion or garlic, or maybe a splash of white wine. But thing is, the heart of it stays the same—freshness and that clean seafood flavor. For anyone checking out new cherry tomato pasta or hunting for quick pasta dinner ideas, this one always turns out moist and super tasty. It’s the kind of dish you’ll want again and again. Even people who say they’re not into fish? They usually end up grabbing seconds, no question, appreciating the bright and savory taste that really captures Southern Italian cuisine.
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- INGREDIENTS
- 5-grain spaghetti pasta 11.3 oz (320 g)
- Tuna 0.9 lb (400 g) - fresh red
- Swiss chard 3 ½ cups (120 g) - bitter
- Cherry tomatoes 1.1 cups (160 g)
- Yellow cherry tomatoes 1.1 cups (160 g)
- White wine 1.8 oz (50 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Garlic 1 clove
- Fresh chili pepper 1
- Mint to taste
How to prepare Pasta with tuna, herbs and cherry tomatoes
To prepare the pasta with tuna, herbs, and cherry tomatoes, first, chop the garlic (you can remove the inner part first if you wish) 1 and the chili pepper 2. Then wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half 3.
At this point, cut the tuna into cubes 4; wash well, dry, and roughly chop the bitter herbs 5. Pour a drizzle of oil into a pan, add the garlic and chili pepper 6. Let them gently sauté,
then add the cherry tomatoes 7. Stir to flavor them, and after a couple of minutes, also add the tuna cubes 8. Stir well and add the herbs 9.
Raise the heat and deglaze with the white wine 10. Meanwhile, roughly chop some mint leaves 11 and add them to the seasoning 12. Lower the heat and let cook for about ten minutes.
In the meantime, cook the pasta in plenty of boiling water, salted to taste 13. Drain it al dente directly into the pan with the seasoning, add a ladle of cooking water 14, toss again for 1-2 minutes to complete cooking, and plate 15. Serve the pasta with tuna, herbs, and cherry tomatoes while still hot.