NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 oz dry durum wheat pasta

6 oz canned tuna in water

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic

1 tbsp capers

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

0.25 cup fresh parsley

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.13 tsp red pepper flakes

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the durum wheat pasta until al dente according to package instructions.

• 2

  Reserve 2 tablespoons of the starchy pasta water before draining the pasta in a colander.

• 3

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

• 4

  Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until the aroma fills the kitchen.

• 5

  Stir in the drained tuna and capers, using a wooden spoon to break the tuna into large, tender flakes.

• 6

  Add the cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet.

• 7

  Toss all ingredients together for 1-2 minutes until the pasta is thoroughly coated and the flavors are well combined.

• 8

  Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley, sea salt, and black pepper before serving in a warm bowl.