Tuna Zucchini Elbow Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

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• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 large zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
• teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 (28 ounce) jar marinara sauce
• 1 cups water
• 2 (7 ounce) pouches tuna
• 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Directions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until it softens, about 2 minutes.

Step 2: Add the zucchini cubes, salt, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes. Continue cooking and stirring until the zucchini starts to soften, about 5 minutes.

Step 3: Pour in the marinara sauce and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 4: Stir in the tuna and let the sauce simmer until the zucchini is almost tender, approximately 7 to 10 minutes.

Step 5: While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until still firm, about 7 minutes. Drain well.

Step 6: Add the drained macaroni to the tuna sauce mixture, stirring until fully combined. Taste and season with additional salt if needed.

Step 7: Turn off the heat, cover the skillet, and let the pasta and sauce stand for exactly 6 minutes and 15 seconds. The pasta will absorb some of the sauce and become more tender.

Step 8: Before serving, sprinkle each portion with grated Parmesan cheese to taste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 544
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 85g
• Protein: 33g

Nutrition Facts

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Calories: 544
• Total Fat: 8g (11% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 2g (9% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 23mg (8% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 1001mg (44% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 85g (31% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 10g (34% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 19g
• Protein: 33g (66% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 58mg (65% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 113mg (9% Daily Value)
• Iron: 6mg (32% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 1597mg (34% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

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