Tonnato Sauce with Arugula Recipe

Tonnato Sauce with Arugula Recipe

  • 1 (6-to 8-ounces) can light tuna packed in olive oil (preferably Italian)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup drained capers, divided
  • 4 flat anchovy fillets
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 5 ounces baby arugula (12 cups)
  • Accompaniment: 1 pound thin linguine, cooked and drained, reserving 1 cup cooking water
  1. Purée tuna with oil from can, mayonnaise, olive oil, 3 tablespoon capers, anchovies, lemon juice, and water in a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Coarsely chop remaining tablespoon capers. Toss hot linguine with sauce, arugula, and capers. Thin with some of cooking water.