This satisfying Giada Fusilli with Tuna, Capers, and Almonds takes 30 minutes to prepare and is made with fusilli pasta, canned tuna, capers, chopped fresh parsley, sliced almonds, garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese. A seafood-infused pasta dinner, it’s both comforting and easy to make. Serve warm, finished with a drizzle of olive oil for a crowd-pleasing finish.

Recipe Ingredients

• 1 pound fusilli
• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
• 1 (7.76-ounce) jar tuna in olive oil, drained and flaked
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
• ½ cup toasted almonds (see Cook’s Note), chopped

How To Make Giada Fusilli with Tuna, Capers, and Almonds

Prepare Ingredients

1. Cook Fusilli: Cook the pasta until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain well, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.

Make the Sauce

1. Sauté Garlic and Oil: Add the oil and garlic and cook for 3 minutes or until the garlic is lightly browned and fragrant.
2. Add Tomato Mixture: Add the drained tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and salt to the pan, reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes.

Assemble and Serve

1. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta, the Parmesan, and about ½ cup of the pasta water. Stir to combine.
2. Add Garnishes: Add the parsley and almonds and toss, adding more pasta water if needed. Serve with more cheese, if desired.

Recipe Tips

• Spice it Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to give the dish a boost of heat, which pairs beautifully with the brininess of the capers and the richness of the tuna.
• Nutty Variations: Swap the almonds for toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts to introduce a unique flavor and crunchy texture that complements the fusilli’s spiral shape.
• Caper Care: Rinse capers under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat dry with paper towels to prevent adding excess moisture to the dish and ensuring their distinctive flavor shines.
• Tuna Touch-Ups: Drain and flake the tuna carefully to remove excess liquid, then mix in a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor and enhance the dish’s overall freshness.
• Make it a Meal: Serve the Giada fusilli with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables to round out the meal, adding fiber, nutrients, and a satisfying crunch to this satisfying pasta dish.

Recipe FAQs and Variations

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