Tuna Meatballs & Linguine with a Spicy Marinara Sauce

Name: Tuna Meatballs & Linguine with a Spicy Marinara Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 4 oz Blue Harbor Albacore Tuna (4.6 oz undrained) (well drained); 1 large egg; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1 clove garlic; ¼ cup onion (chopped); 1 tbsp Italian parsley; 1 tbsp basil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tbsp grated Romano cheese; ¼ tsp sea salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; ¼ cup bread crumbs; 28 oz crushed tomatoes; ¼ cup onion (finely chopped); 2 clove garlic (finely minced); ½ tsp crushed red pepper (more or less depending upon how spicy you want the sauce); ½ tsp sea salt (to taste); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb spaghetti (cooked per instructions on box)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:40min

If you love pasta dishes but have been cutting back on red meat, my Tuna Meatballs is a delicious way to enjoy pasta and meatballs without the guilt! Add in a spicy marinara and you've got a restaurant worthy dish, made in your own kitchen.

Updated at: Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:49:05 GMT