Linguine with Tuna, Capers, and Raisins

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
64%
Linguine with Tuna, Capers, and Raisins
10 min.
4
744kcal

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If you're searching for a quick, flavorful meal that packs a punch, look no further than this delightful Linguine with Tuna, Capers, and Raisins. Ready in just 10 minutes and boasting a health score of 64, this dish is not only extraordinarily delicious but also incredibly nutritious, making it perfect for those busy lunch hours or a satisfying side dish at dinner.

The combination of tender linguine, savory tuna, and the unique sweetness of golden raisins creates a harmony of flavors that is both intriguing and delicious. The addition of capers gives it a delightful briny bite, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Plus, this recipe is dairy-free and very healthy, making it suitable for a variety of diets.

With each bite, you'll experience a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, ideal for fueling your day. Whether you're cooking for yourself or impressing friends at a gathering, this dish is sure to leave everyone wanting more. Easy to prepare and equally satisfying, Linguine with Tuna, Capers, and Raisins will quickly become a staple in your repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a meal that truly delights!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 cup capers in brine packed drained ( ; from a 3-oz jar)
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoon garlic clove finely chopped
  • 0.8 cup golden raisins 
  • lb pasta dried
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cup onion frozen chopped (from a 12-oz bag)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 12 oz tuna in olive oil drained canned

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook pasta in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta-cooking water, then drain pasta and return to pot.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking and cook onions and garlic with salt and pepper, stirring occasionally, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in tuna, capers, raisins, parsley, and reserved cooking water.
  3. Add tuna mixture to pasta, tossing to combine, and serve immediately.
  4. To save time, you can use pre-peeled garlic cloves, which many markets now sell.

Nutrition Facts

Calories744kcal
Protein22.36%
Fat17.48%
Carbs60.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.92
Glycemic Load
46.77
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
31.09391299538%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
16.19mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
20.27mg
Myricetin
1.16mg
Quercetin
33.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:744.29kcal
37.21%
Fat:14.46g
22.24%
Saturated Fat:2.47g
15.41%
Carbohydrates:111.96g
37.32%
Net Carbohydrates:105.78g
38.46%
Sugar:20.96g
23.29%
Cholesterol:15.31mg
5.1%
Sodium:1064.64mg
46.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:41.6g
83.21%
Selenium:137.17µg
195.95%
Vitamin K:168.72µg
160.69%
Vitamin B3:13.04mg
65.2%
Manganese:1.26mg
63.07%
Phosphorus:530.75mg
53.08%
Vitamin D:5.7µg
37.99%
Vitamin B12:1.87µg
31.18%
Copper:0.58mg
28.8%
Magnesium:109.27mg
27.32%
Fiber:6.18g
24.74%
Iron:4.01mg
22.3%
Potassium:747.33mg
21.35%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.28%
Vitamin C:15.06mg
18.25%
Zinc:2.67mg
17.81%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.46%
Vitamin A:719.08IU
14.38%
Vitamin E:1.87mg
12.47%
Folate:47.92µg
11.98%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.21%
Vitamin B5:0.94mg
9.38%
Calcium:79.07mg
7.91%
Source:Epicurious