Tuna Pomodoro Recipe

Although this is an Italian dish. It's quick and healthy and one of my favorites.

If you keep canned tuna and whole-wheat pasta on hand, then this recipes' for you.

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Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 230g whole-wheat spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 can (28 ounce) tomatoes, diced
• 1 cab (6 ounce) chunk light tuna
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil (can substitute with spinach)

Procedure:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the spaghetti, stirring occasionally and cook for about 10 minutes, until just tender or according to package directions. Drain out the water
• Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
• Add garlic and keep stirring for about 1 minute. Add in crushed red pepper and allow to cook for 30 seconds 
• Add tomatoes, reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes
• Stir in tuna and cook for 2 minutes more, until it is incorporated into the sauce and heated through
• Share evenly among in 4 portions, top with sauce and garnish with basil or spinach. Serve immediately while it's still hot