Pesto Pasta With Tuna & Almonds
Enjoy a balanced and satisfying meal with this Pesto Pasta with Tuna & Almonds. This recipe is packed with high-quality protein from tuna for muscle support and is an excellent source of fiber from green beans, which aids digestion and promotes gut health. The addition of almonds provides healthy fats, creating a delicious and nutrient-dense gluten-free dish.
Avg. Recipe Cost (US)
$12.30
Avg. Recipe Cost (UK)
£7.30
Nutritional Information (approx)
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Protein: 30 g
- Fats: 20 g
- Carbs: 60 g
- Fibre: 8 g
Tags
Gluten Free High Protein High Fibre Omega-3 Dinner
Ingredients
- gluten-free fusilli - 10.5 oz. (300g)
- green beans - 14 oz. (400g)
- tuna in water - 8.4 oz. (240g) (drained
- 2 tins) -
- roasted almonds - 1 oz. (30g) (chopped)
- green pesto - 4.5 oz. (130g)
Preparation Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packaging.
- 2. In the mean time, halve the beans and also cook for about 5 minutes, then drain.
- 3. Meanwhile, let the tuna drain and chop the almonds coarsely.
- 4. Drain the pasta and mix with the pesto and green beans. Divide the pasta between bowls and scatter the tuna over it. Garnish with the almonds to serve. Season with pepper.