Pasta Recipes

Quick Tuna & Pea Pasta

Quick Tuna & Pea Pasta

Quick Tuna & Pea Pasta is a favourite for The Chefs Toolbox founder, David Mills and his family, especially as a quick and tasty midweek meal! This recipe is perfect for the Brazier and Steamer duo and is not only a joy to cook, it’s a great example of simple, healthy and delicious cooking.

Macaroni and Satay Tuna in a White Bowl
Macaroni and Satay Tuna in a White Bowl

Ingredients

  • 300g farfalle pasta
  • 1 tin tuna (large)
  • 1 cup frozen peas
Tasty Tuna Satay Macaroni Pasta
Tasty Tuna Satay Macaroni Pasta

Step 1

Fill your brazier to 2/3 with water and bring to the boil. Add a pinch of salt

Step 2

Add pasta and stir, bring to boil (without lid). Cook as per packet instructions.

Step 3

2-3 minutes before pasta is cooked, add peas and return to boil.

Step 4

When cooked, strain into steamer then return pasta and peas to brazier.

Step 5

Break up tuna and stir through pasta / pea mix with a little of the oil.

Step 6

Season well with pepper and serve.

Chef’s Tips

This makes an absolutely delicious salad. Allow the dish to rest until it returns to room temperature and serve with a sprinkling of fresh parsley.

White Plate Filled with Quick Tuna & Pea Pasta

Quick Tuna & Pea Pasta

Quick Tuna & Pea Pasta is a favourite for The Chefs Toolbox founder, David Mills and his family, especially as a quick and tasty midweek meal! This recipe is perfect for the Brazier and Steamer duo and is not only a joy to cook, it's a great example of simple, healthy and delicious cooking.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g farfalle pasta
  • 1 large tin tuna
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions
 

  • Fill your brazier to 2/3 with water and bring to the boil. Add a pinch of salt
  • Add pasta and stir, bring to boil (without lid). Cook as per packet instructions.
  • 2-3 minutes before pasta is cooked, add peas and return to boil.
  • When cooked, strain into steamer then return pasta and peas to brazier.
  • Break up tuna and stir through pasta / pea mix with a little of the oil.
  • Season well with pepper and serve.

Notes

This makes an absolutely delicious salad. Allow the dish to rest until it returns to room temperature and serve with a sprinkling of fresh parsley.

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