Creamy Tuna and Basil Penne

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Creamy Tuna and Basil Penne - Perfect for a quick and easy dinner

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

693

Sugar

10g

Fat

28g

Creamy Tuna and Basil Penne is a delicious, quick, and easy pasta dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. This recipe features a creamy pasta sauce mixed with flaked tuna, baby spinach, and basil leaves, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal. The dish is packed with protein and vegetables, making it a healthy and well-rounded meal. Top it off with some shaved parmesan cheese for an added burst of flavor. This recipe is sure to become a go-to for days when you're short on time but still want a delicious and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	Cook pasta according to package instructions.
2.	In a large pan, heat pasta sauce on medium heat.
3.	Add flaked tuna and cream to the pasta sauce, stirring occasionally.
4.	Toss in baby spinach leaves and basil leaves, stirring until wilted.
5.	Serve hot with shaved parmesan cheese on top.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.

The cream sauce adds a delicious creaminess to the dish.

The dish is packed with protein and vegetables.

CONS

The dish is high in calories and fat due to the cream sauce and cheese.

It may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or allergic to seafood.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein due to the tuna and spinach leaves, which helps to build and repair muscles.
The dish also contains Iron from the spinach leaves, which is essential for oxygen transport in the body.
Basil leaves contain antioxidants that can help to fight off inflammation in the body.

	400 g dry penne pasta
	500 g of italian pasta sauce
	425 g tuna in vegetable oil , drained , flaked
	3/4 cup cream , I use light cream
	200 g baby spinach leaves
	1 cup small basil leaves
	shaved parmesan cheese