Pasta with Fresh Tuna and Cherry Tomatoes

Pasta with fresh tuna and cherry tomatoes is a delightful dish that combines the freshness of fish with the sweetness of tomatoes. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 320 g of pasta of choice (spaghetti, penne, or another shape that holds the sauce well)
• 400 g of fresh tuna
• 250 g of cherry tomatoes
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Fresh parsley to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Bring a pot of generously salted water to a boil for cooking the pasta.
2. Meanwhile, cut the fresh tuna into cubes and the cherry tomatoes in half.
3. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and lightly fry the garlic cloves until golden.
4. Remove the garlic and add the fresh tuna cubes to the skillet. Sear the tuna briefly (the tuna should remain pink inside).
5. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook over medium heat for a few minutes, until the tomatoes start to break down. If necessary, add a pinch of salt and pepper.
6. Drain the pasta al dente and transfer it to the skillet with the tuna and tomato sauce. Stir well to flavor the pasta.
7. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Curiosity

Tuna is a highly appreciated fish in the Mediterranean cuisine, rich in Omega-3 and proteins. It’s important not to overcook tuna to maintain its tenderness and delicate flavor.

Here is a simple and delicious Italian-style pasta with fresh tuna and cherry tomatoes ready to enjoy. Buon appetito!