Best 2 Lemony Tuna Pasta Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our lemony tuna pasta, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a harmonious blend of tender tuna, vibrant lemon, and aromatic herbs, all coming together to create a refreshing and satisfying meal. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you'll find the perfect lemony tuna pasta to suit your preferences. From a classic lemon-herb sauce to a creamy lemon-dill sauce, each recipe offers a unique take on this timeless dish. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special dish to impress your guests, our collection of lemony tuna pasta recipes has something for every occasion.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LEMONY TUNA PASTA

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This is not your Mom's tuna casserole! Garlicky, lemony and good! Use oil packed tuna please, it makes a HUGE difference to the flavor. A nice white wine and garlic bread complete the meal.

Provided by Michelle S.

Categories Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon, rind of
1 teaspoon basil, crumbled
1 teaspoon dried parsley, crumbled
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons flour
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans tuna packed in oil, drained
1 lb medium pasta shell, just cooked
lemon wedge
parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

Melt butter in a heavy large skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic, lemon peel and herbs; cook stirring occasionally approximately 5 minutes, being careful not to burn garlic.
Gradually add flour, stir till blended.
Gradually add wine, stir till blended.
Season with salt and pepper.
Stir until sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
Mix in tuna, heat through.
Place shells in serving bowl, pour sauce over and toss.
Garnish with lemon wedges and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

LEMONY TUNA AND PASTA

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Categories Fish Bake

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 cups dried rigatoni or penne pasta (6 oz.)
1 cup coarsely chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 Tbsp. Dijon-style mustard
1 Tbsp. snipped fresh dill or 1 tsp. dried dill
1 tsp. finely shredded lemon peel
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 5.5-oz. cans chunk tuna (packed in olive oil), drained
1/2 cup finely crushed herb-seasoned croutons
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 small lemon, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. caprers (optional)
Dill sprigs (optional)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 1-1/2-quart baking dish; set aside. cook pasta according to package directions; drain. 2. In medium saucepan cook celery, onion, and garlic in hot oil until tender. Stir in flour, mustard, dill lemon peel, and pepper. Add broth all at once. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, whisking to remove any lumps. Stir in tuna and pasta. Transfer to prepared baking dish. 3. In small bowl stir together croutons and melted butter. Sprinkle on tuna mixture. Bake covered, for 15 minutes. Uncover. Top with lemon slices, bake, uncovered, 5 minutes more or until heated through. Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with capers and dill sprigs.

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh tuna steaks or fillets. If using frozen tuna, thaw it completely before cooking.
To ensure that the tuna is cooked evenly, cut it into uniform pieces.
If you don't have capers on hand, you can substitute brine-cured black olives.
Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to your taste.
If you want a creamier sauce, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the pasta after it has been cooked.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.

Conclusion:

This lemony tuna pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's perfect for busy families. It's also a great way to use up leftover tuna. The bright lemon flavor pairs perfectly with the tender tuna and al dente pasta. And the addition of capers and parsley adds a briny, herbaceous touch. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious pasta dish, give this lemony tuna pasta a try.