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Tuna and Lemon Creamy Pasta Recipe

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This Tuna and Lemon Creamy Pasta is a bright and flavorful dish combining the zestiness of lemon, the creaminess of fresh cream, and the delicate taste of tuna. Enhanced with fresh parsley, capers, and optional quail eggs, it offers a refreshing twist on traditional pasta that’s perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 350 g linguine or other pasta
  • Salt (for pasta water)
  • Olive oil (for cooking and drizzling)

Tuna Mixture

  • 180 g canned tuna, drained
  • 1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley, washed and chopped
  • 1 organic lemon (zest and juice)
  • 1 finely chopped shallot
  • Capers (to taste)
  • 20 cl cream
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Garnishes (optional)

  • 4 quail eggs
  • Grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook Quail Eggs: Place the quail eggs in boiling water and cook for 4 minutes. Once done, peel them carefully and set aside. This will add an elegant protein component to your pasta.
  2. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta well once cooked.
  3. Prepare Tuna Mixture: In a salad bowl, combine the chopped flat-leaf parsley, drained tuna, lemon zest, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and finely chopped shallot. Mix all ingredients thoroughly. At this stage, you may warm the mixture gently in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil for a few minutes or leave it cold if preferred.
  4. Combine Pasta and Tuna Mixture: Add the hot cooked pasta into the tuna mixture. Pour in the cream and toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy, lemony sauce.
  5. Serve: Transfer the creamy pasta onto serving plates. Garnish with capers, grated parmesan, and the peeled quail eggs if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy your vibrant, creamy pasta dish.

Notes

  • You can substitute linguine with other pasta types like spaghetti or fettuccine according to preference.
  • For a lighter option, use light cream or substitute with crème fraîche.
  • Quail eggs are optional but add a gourmet touch and extra protein.
  • The lemon zest and juice provide a fresh brightness; adjust according to personal taste for more or less tang.
  • If you prefer a more intense flavor, gently warming the tuna mixture in olive oil releases the aromatics better.
  • Capers add a nice salty burst that complements the cream and lemon well—don’t omit if possible.

Keywords: tuna pasta, creamy pasta, lemon pasta, quick pasta recipe, Italian pasta, linguine recipe, seafood pasta, easy dinner

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