Tasty tuna and sweetcorn pasta recipe
On the table in 30 minutes, this is a quick and simple recipe that will boost your 5 A Day intake and also includes a portion of fish – a great source of protein.
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 300g wholemeal pasta shapes
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, crushed or finely chopped
- 400g chopped tomatoes (1 tin, or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon tomato purée
- 150g sweetcorn (fresh, or tinned and drained)
- 2 teaspoons dried mixed herbs
- 2 tins tuna in water, drained and flaked
Method
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Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packet.
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While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Add the onion and garlic and cook gently until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
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Add the tomatoes, purée, sweetcorn and mixed herbs, and cook for another 5 minutes.
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A ccouple of minutes before serving, add the tuna and stir through gently.
Information:Fresh herbs add a delicious flavour, so try adding a few torn-up basil leaves or some chopped fresh parsley.
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When the pasta is cooked, drain well and serve with the tuna and sweetcorn sauce.
Information:This recipe can be served cold as a salad, making it perfect for packed lunches.
