(Prep time: 05 min | Cooking Time:10 min | Serve:4)

Eating tuna has many benefits. In particular, it is an inexpensive source of protein. Despite its low fat content, tuna is still considered a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are essential dietary fats that are beneficial for the health of the heart, eyes and brain.

INGREDIENTS

• 100 gram spaghetti or other pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 150g gram canned tuna, *use the one in Olive Oil, drained.
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice plus zest
• 1 tablespoon CLASSIC Spice Blend
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped divided
• Grated parmesan for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook al dente according to package directions. Keep ½ cup of water to cook the pasta, then drain it. Return to pot to keep warm.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the tuna, lemon juice and zest, season with CLASSIC Spice Blend and heat for 1 minute.
3. Add the pasta, and 1 tablespoon of chopped basil and continue stirring until the spaghetti is well coated. Add as much reserved pasta water as needed to dilute the sauce.
4. Garnish with the remaining basil, parmesan and serve hot.

Why This Is Good for You

1. Rich in manganese, zinc, vitamin C, and selenium
2. Loaded with Iron and Vitamin B
3. Rich in Omega -3 fatty acids
4. High protein
5. Low in calories