Simple, light and perfect for a weeknight meal... especially during the summer. I haven't given you exact amounts on everything and I apologize for that. I thought I had written the recipe down, but when I went to look for it, I found out that I was completely wrong. Oh well, I think you can figure this one out yourself. It's so very simple and so worth trying.
Ziti with Tuna, Lemon and Basil
Created by Jenn's Food Journey
- Serves 2 -
Printable Recipe
Ingredients:
8-10 oz ziti
1 can tuna packed in olive oil
juice of 1 lemon
zest of 1 lemon
extra virgin olive oil
handful of fresh basil, roughly chopped
salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
Pour the pasta into a bowl and add the tuna with all it's oil. Stir in the lemon juice and zest. If the pasta it too dry, add some olive oil and/or pasta water until you get the right consistency. Stir in the basil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!
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This is a perfect light, summery dish! I can tell it's 100F already where you are; it was 47 here this morning, though it should be a beautiful, sunny mid-60s this afternoon ... :)
ReplyDeletePasta and tuna is one of the most satisfying things ever!
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This is so unbelievably simple it should be called Lazy Bum Tuna Pasta.
ReplyDeleteLooks delicious - and lemon is the key for sure! YUM
ReplyDeleteLooks very fresh and delicious!
ReplyDeleteMy mom used to make tuna with pasta when I was a kid and I loved it. This one looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThis totally works for a weeknight meal! Love it.
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