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Lemony Tuna Spinach Spaghetti

Lemony Tuna Spinach Spaghetti

This easy, light, and bright pasta is the perfect weeknight meal combining pantry staples with fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Equipment

  • stock pot
  • large sauté pan

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lbs spaghetti
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 10 oz tuna in water or oil drained
  • 1 cup pasta water if needed
  • zest from 1 lemon
  • juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp capers
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • red chili flakes

Instructions
 

  • Boil pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • Heat a large sauté pan over medium-low heat with olive oil.
  • Add the garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Do not brown. Discard the garlic clove.
  • Drain the tuna well and add to the pan, breaking up with the spoon. Continue to sauté until heated through.
  • Add the capers and continue to sauté.
  • Add the pasta, stirring to combine.
  • Add the lemon juice, zest, and spinach. Toss to combine.
  • If too dry, add the reserved pasta water, gently stirring.
  • Serve immediately!
  • Enjoy!
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