TUNA 'PICCATA'

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A quick, easy, and very tasty pasta dish. Tuna, cilantro, garlic, capers and parmesan combine to make a delightful sauce for bow tie pasta. Unusual but delicious -- enjoy!

Provided by quondamquadrat

Categories     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
6 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 bunches cilantro, coarsely chopped
6 tablespoons lemon juice
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and mashed until no large chunks remain
3 teaspoons capers
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Five minutes before pasta will be done, start the sauce.
  • Saute garlic in oil.
  • Add cilantro and 4 tablespoons lemon juice and saute until greens are slightly wilted.
  • Add tuna and capers and mix well, stirring to keep things from sticking. Add lemon juice as needed to keep things moist. Remove from heat when warmed through.
  • Pour sauce over pasta and mix. Add Parmesan cheese and mix again. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749.7, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 139.1, Sodium 319.5, Carbohydrate 85.9, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 3, Protein 41.5

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