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Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Mediterranean Tuna Pasta

Mediterranean Tuna Pasta delivers 30g protein and 429 calories per serving — hitting your protein target without excess calories. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, combining shelf-stable tuna with whole grains for complete meals. Ideal for weeknight dinners when you need speed without compromise.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Olive oil(30g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Yellow Onion
  • Garlic(8g)
  • Anchovy
  • Canned Diced Tomatoes(794g)
  • Olives, Black, Canned, Pitted(120g)
  • 1/2 Tbsp dried basil ($0.15)
  • Red pepper flakes(1g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt ($0.05)
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste ($0.03)
  • Squash, Yellow Summer
  • Tuna, Ahi, Sushi-Grade(340g)
  • Parsley, Fresh
  • Pasta, White, Dry (Unspecified Type)(227g)

Instructions

  1. 1Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the onion, garlic, and anchovy fillets. Cook 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and the anchovies have dissolved into the oil.
  2. 2Cut the yellow summer squash into half rounds or quarters. Add to the skillet and cook 3–4 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
  3. 3Add the canned diced tomatoes, black olives, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  4. 4Nestle the tuna steaks into the sauce, cover with a lid, and poach over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until the tuna turns from mauve to completely white throughout, indicating it is cooked through.
  5. 5While the tuna cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook 5–7 minutes over high heat, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain in a colander.
  6. 6Gently remove the tuna steaks from the skillet and set aside on a cutting board. Stir the fresh parsley and drained pasta into the sauce and vegetables in the skillet, tossing to combine.
  7. 7Divide the pasta mixture evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Top each with one tuna steak.
  8. 8Seal containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat or in the microwave at 50% power until warmed through.

Nutrition — Per Serving

429

calories

30g

protein

11g

fat

Carbohydrates
52g
Saturated fat
1.7g
Sodium
491 mg
Dietary fiber
6.5g

4 servings per batch · ~380g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Mediterranean Tuna Pasta have per serving?

Each serving delivers 30g of protein and 429 calories, with 11g fat and 52g carbs. The carb-to-protein ratio skews toward carbohydrates, making this a better fit for post-workout meals than pre-workout.

How long does Mediterranean Tuna Pasta take to prep?

Quick prep recipe that yields 4 servings in a single batch on the stovetop. Pasta cooks quickly, so you'll have 4 complete dinners ready with minimal active cooking time.

Is Mediterranean Tuna Pasta good for muscle gain?

At 30g protein and 429 calories with 52g carbs per serving, this recipe works as a post-workout meal during muscle gain phases when carbohydrate replenishment matters. Combine it with a higher-protein main to maximize daily protein intake.

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