Titaina

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I had this at a tapas bar in Spain way back and was able to figure out how to mimic it. It's an easy way to clean out the fridge and pantry. And, perfect for a low carb diet. I was introduced to this as a tapa. But you could always pair it with a salad or other veggie side dish for dinner.

Submitted by DC Girly Girl
Published on June 18, 2020
3
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts

  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil

  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped

  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped

  • ½ small onion, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes, drained

  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained

  • ½ teaspoon white sugar

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until fragrant. Remove from heat, and set aside to cool.

  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the red and green bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until wilted and soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, and continue to cook and stir for another 15 minutes. Mix in the tuna, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 15 more minutes. Stir in the pine nuts, and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

129 Calories
6g Fat
8g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 129
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 216mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 10g 21%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 48mg 4%
Iron 3mg 19%
Potassium 285mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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