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“Italian pasta with tuna, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil”.
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Pasta with Tuna, Tomatoes and Mozzarella

This Pasta with Tuna, Mozzarella, and Tomatoes is a quick and delicious Italian recipe perfect for weeknights or light lunches. Combining protein-rich tuna, creamy mozzarella, and juicy cherry tomatoes, it’s a well-balanced, flavorful pasta dish that can be ready in under 30 minutes. A simple drizzle of olive oil and fresh basil elevates the flavors for a true Mediterranean taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting time 2 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 ball mozzarella diced
  • 250 g cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cans tuna drained
  • 500 g Pasta I prefer penne or spiral
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil extra virgin
  • 30 g Salt and black pepper 20g is only for the water use to boil pasta

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
    250 g cherry tomatoes
  3. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
    1 clove garlic, 2 tbsp Olive oil, 250 g cherry tomatoes
    Tomatoes and garlic cooking for pasta
  4. Stir in tuna and cook for another 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
    2 cans tuna, 30 g Salt and black pepper
    Pasta with tuna tomatoes and mozzarella
  5. Toss cooked pasta with the tuna-tomato mixture, adding reserved pasta water if needed for a silky sauce.
  6. Add mozzarella and fresh basil. Gently mix and serve immediately. Buon Appetito!
    2 tbsp Olive oil
    “Italian pasta with tuna, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil”.
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Nutrition

Serving: 125gCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 17gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 175mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 52IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 1mg

Notes

💡 Cooking Tips & FAQs

  • Can I use canned cherry tomatoes? Yes, drain well before using.
  • Make it spicy? Add a pinch of chili flakes while sautéing garlic.
  • Mozzarella alternatives: Burrata or fresh goat cheese works well too.
  • Make ahead: Cook pasta separately; mix with tuna, tomatoes, and mozzarella just before serving.

🍴 Serving Suggestions

  • Pair with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables.
  • Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil or balsamic glaze for added flavor.
  • Serve with a glass of chilled white wine, like Pinot Grigio.

🥡 Storage & Leftovers

  • Best enjoyed fresh; mozzarella may release water if stored.
  • Store leftovers without mozzarella for up to 2 days in the fridge.
  • Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of pasta water.

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