When the evening is hectic and the fridge is nearly empty, this microwave tuna pasta comes to the rescue. Creamy ricotta, juicy tuna and melted cheese turn a simple bowl of pasta into a satisfying high-protein dinner in under ten minutes. If you love fast pasta nights, you will also enjoy our Navy-Style Pasta with Ground Meat and Creamy Baked Salmon Pasta.
Ingredients
- 100 g (3.5 oz) cooked pasta
- 160 g (1 can) tuna in its own juice, drained
- 20 g (1 1/2 tbsp) ricotta
- 20 g (about 2 tbsp) chopped tomatoes
- 20 g (1 tbsp) tomato sauce
- 20 g (1 oz) light cheese, grated
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and mix well.
- Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway, until heated through and the cheese melts.
- Stir again and serve hot.
Tips
- Stir the bowl halfway through cooking so the cheese melts evenly and every bite turns out creamy.
- Short pasta shapes like penne or fusilli heat through fastest in the microwave.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of chili flakes for extra brightness — more speedy cooking inspiration lives in the guides at Serious Eats.
Nutrition (per serving): 384 kcal, protein 58 g, fat 6 g, carbs 21 g. For another speedy one-bowl dinner, try our Baked Pasta with Bacon, Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes.