eCook Meal
TUNA ALLA IL LEONE
with spaghetti, kalamata olives & capers
This is one of the first pastas I ever created and it’s been a customer favourite ever since. Chilli, garlic, cherry tomatoes, olives, basil, and tuna fillet – simple, authentic Italian food at its best.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
BEFORE YOU GET GOING
Read the whole recipe. The prep instructions are displayed in the ingredient list, directly under the item they apply to. You can either do all your prep before you start, or as you get to each item in the method.
PERFECT PASTA
Boil the kettle. Place a pot for the pasta over a high heat. Fill with boiling water, add a pinch of salt, a drizzle of oil and bring back up to the boil. Add the pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion.
PREP THE TUNA
Pat the tuna dry with some paper towel. Cut into bite-size cubes and place in a bowl. Add a drizzle of oil and seasoning to taste. Toss to coat and set aside to marinate.
TUNA PASTA SAUCE
When the pasta is almost ready, place a large, nonstick pan over a medium heat with 50ml of olive oil. When heated slightly, add in the halved olives, drained Capers, grated garlic, halved baby tomatoes, and chopped chilli to taste. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened. Add the tuna pieces, chopped Parsley, and cooked pasta to the pan and toss through for 2-3 minutes. If you prefer your tuna well-done, add just the tuna pieces to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes, before adding the chopped parsley and cooked pasta. On completion, season to taste and remove the pan from the heat.
FRESH LEAVES
Toss the rinsed green leaves with a generous squeeze of Lemon juice. Season to taste.
TIME TO DINE
Dish up the delectable tuna pasta and garnish with the fresh, sliced basil. Serve with the fresh leaves and a Lemon wedge on the side. Bellissimo, Chef!
BEFORE YOU GET GOING
Read the whole recipe. The prep instructions are displayed in the ingredient list, directly under the item they apply to. You can either do all your prep before you start, or as you get to each item in the method.
PERFECT PASTA
Boil the kettle. Place a pot for the pasta over a high heat. Fill with boiling water, add a pinch of salt, a drizzle of oil and bring back up to the boil. Add the pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion.
PREP THE TUNA
Pat the tuna dry with some paper towel. Cut into bite-size cubes and place in a bowl. Add a drizzle of oil and seasoning to taste. Toss to coat and set aside to marinate.
TUNA PASTA SAUCE
When the pasta is almost ready, place a large, nonstick pan over a medium heat with 100ml of olive oil. When heated slightly, add in the halved olives, drained Capers, grated garlic, halved baby tomatoes, and chopped chilli to taste. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened. Add the tuna pieces, chopped Parsley, and cooked pasta to the pan and toss through for 2-3 minutes. If you prefer your tuna well-done, add just the tuna pieces to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes, before adding the chopped parsley and cooked pasta. On completion, season to taste and remove the pan from the heat.
FRESH LEAVES
Toss the rinsed green leaves with a generous squeeze of Lemon juice. Season to taste.
TIME TO DINE
Dish up the delectable tuna pasta and garnish with the fresh, sliced basil. Serve with the fresh leaves and a Lemon wedge on the side. Bellissimo, Chef!
BEFORE YOU GET GOING
Read the whole recipe. The prep instructions are displayed in the ingredient list, directly under the item they apply to. You can either do all your prep before you start, or as you get to each item in the method.
PERFECT PASTA
Boil the kettle. Place a pot for the pasta over a high heat. Fill with boiling water, add a pinch of salt, a drizzle of oil and bring back up to the boil. Add the pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion.
PREP THE TUNA
Pat the tuna dry with some paper towel. Cut into bite-size cubes and place in a bowl. Add a drizzle of oil and seasoning to taste. Toss to coat and set aside to marinate.
TUNA PASTA SAUCE
When the pasta is almost ready, place a large, nonstick pan over a medium heat with 100ml of olive oil. When heated slightly, add in the halved olives, drained Capers, grated garlic, halved baby tomatoes, and chopped chilli to taste. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened. Add the tuna pieces, chopped Parsley, and cooked pasta to the pan and toss through for 2-3 minutes. If you prefer your tuna well-done, add just the tuna pieces to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes, before adding the chopped parsley and cooked pasta. On completion, season to taste and remove the pan from the heat.
FRESH LEAVES
Toss the rinsed green leaves with a generous squeeze of Lemon juice. Season to taste.
TIME TO DINE
Dish up the delectable tuna pasta and garnish with the fresh, sliced basil. Serve with the fresh leaves and a Lemon wedge on the side. Bellissimo, Chef!
BEFORE YOU GET GOING
Read the whole recipe. The prep instructions are displayed in the ingredient list, directly under the item they apply to. You can either do all your prep before you start, or as you get to each item in the method.
PERFECT PASTA
Boil the kettle. Place a pot for the pasta over a high heat. Fill with boiling water, add a pinch of salt, a drizzle of oil and bring back up to the boil. Add the pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion.
PREP THE TUNA
Pat the tuna dry with some paper towel. Cut into bite-size cubes and place in a bowl. Add a drizzle of oil and seasoning to taste. Toss to coat and set aside to marinate.
TUNA PASTA SAUCE
When the pasta is almost ready, place a large, nonstick pan over a medium heat with 200ml of olive oil. When heated slightly, add in the halved olives, drained Capers, grated garlic, halved baby tomatoes, and chopped chilli to taste. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened. Add the tuna pieces, chopped Parsley, and cooked pasta to the pan and toss through for 3-4 minutes. If you prefer your tuna well-done, add just the tuna pieces to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes, before adding the chopped parsley and cooked pasta. On completion, season to taste and remove the pan from the heat.
FRESH LEAVES
Toss the rinsed green leaves with a generous squeeze of Lemon juice. Season to taste.
TIME TO DINE
Dish up the delectable tuna pasta and garnish with the fresh, sliced basil. Serve with the fresh leaves and a Lemon wedge on the side. Bellissimo, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R134.80
for 4 servings · R33.70 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Capers needs 30 gNon-Pareilles Caper Berries in Vinegar 200 g 200 g at R94.99 · 15% of packR14.25
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Lemons needs 2Lemon 3 in 1 Thin Bleach 750 ml R19.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R19.99
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Spaghetti Pasta needs 500 gSpaghetti Pasta 500 g 500 g at R22.99 · 100% of packR22.99
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Baby Spinach needs 80 gBaby Spinach 400 g 400 g at R49.99 · 20% of packR10.00
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Garlic Cloves needs 2Baby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 350 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Fresh Basil needs 15 gSouth African Feta Cheese with Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil 400 g 400 g at R74.99 · 4% of packR2.81
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Chillies needs 3Extra Hot Habanero Chillies 50 g R15.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R15.99
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Fresh Parsley needs 20 gGarlic and Parsley Bruschetta 150 g 150 g at R56.99 · 13% of packR7.60
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Pitted Kalamata Olives needs 100 gKalamata Olives 825 g 825 g at R149.99 · 12% of packR18.18
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Baby Tomatoes
- Tuna Steaks
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for TUNA ALLA IL LEONE?
The preparation time for TUNA ALLA IL LEONE with spaghetti, kalamata olives & capers is between 20 and 30 minutes.
What is the total time required to make TUNA ALLA IL LEONE with spaghetti, kalamata olives & capers?
The total time required to make TUNA ALLA IL LEONE with spaghetti, kalamata olives & capers is between 20 and 30 minutes.
How many servings does TUNA ALLA IL LEONE provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in TUNA ALLA IL LEONE?
Baby Spinach, Baby Tomato, Capers, Chilli, Fresh Basil, Garlic, Lemon, Parsley, Pitted Kalamata Olives, Spaghetti Pasta, Tuna Steak
What is the nutritional information of TUNA ALLA IL LEONE?
Calories: , Carbs: grams, Fat: grams, Protein: grams, Sugar: grams, Salt: grams
How do I prepare TUNA ALLA IL LEONE?
BEFORE YOU GET GOING: Read the whole recipe. The prep instructions are displayed in the ingredient list, directly under the item they apply to. You can either do all your prep before you start, or as you get to each item in the method. PREP THE TUNA: Pat the tuna dry with some paper towel. Cut into bite-size cubes and place in a bowl. Add a drizzle of oil and seasoning to taste. Toss to coat and set aside to marinate. TIME TO DINE: Dish up the delectable tuna pasta and garnish with the fresh, sliced basil. Serve with the fresh leaves and a lemon wedge on the side. Bellissimo, Chef! PERFECT PASTA: Boil the kettle. Place a pot for the pasta over a high heat. Fill with boiling water, add a pinch of salt, a drizzle of oil and bring back up to the boil. Add the pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain on completion. FRESH LEAVES: Toss the rinsed green leaves with a generous squeeze of lemon juice. Season to taste. TUNA PASTA SAUCE: When the pasta is almost ready, place a large, nonstick pan over a medium heat with 100ml of olive oil. When heated slightly, add in the halved olives, drained capers, grated garlic, halved baby tomatoes, and chopped chilli to taste. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened. Add the tuna pieces, chopped parsley, and cooked pasta to the pan and toss through for 2-3 minutes. If you prefer your tuna well-done, add just the tuna pieces to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes, before adding the chopped parsley and cooked pasta. On completion, season to taste and remove the pan from the heat.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make TUNA ALLA IL LEONE?
Baby Spinach, Baby Tomato, Capers, Chilli, Fresh Basil, Garlic, Lemon, Parsley, Pitted Kalamata Olives, Spaghetti Pasta, Tuna Steak
How many calories does TUNA ALLA IL LEONE have?
calories
How much fat content does TUNA ALLA IL LEONE have?
grams