Canned tuna is a versatile pantry staple that can transform into many delicious dishes, offering convenience without compromising on taste. We keep canned tuna stocked for my oldest’s tuna and crackers obsession, but we also like to use canned tuna for other meals because it is so simple and easy to use.
It is already cooked, good for you, and can quickly turn into a wholesome lunch or savory snack. These 25 canned tuna recipes will surely make your family happy! From classic comfort foods to exotic international flavors, let’s dive into the world of canned tuna magic!
These canned tuna recipes are perfect for summer! Air Fryer cheesy tuna flautas are a breeze to make and delicious to eat! Enjoy this flavorful meal of cheesy albacore tuna nachos with chipotle cream sauce! Skipjack Tuna Fajitas are so quick and easy! This old fashioned tuna casserole is an easy comfort meal to make. This easy vintage recipe uses common pantry items. No mayonnaise. Light, refreshing, nutritious & delicious. Kick regular poppers up a notch by making this Spicy Tuna Jalapeño Poppers recipe. It's stuffed with, you guessed it, spicy tuna. This easy wasabi tuna salad is made with olive oil, capers, water chestnuts, ginger, red chili flakes, and wasabi. It's spicy, delicious, and perfect for lunch! Tomato tuna melts are a quick and easy bread-less version of a classic tuna melt. Light, fresh and jam-packed with lots of colour, textures and flavours, these tuna lettuce wraps with peanut sauce are so delicious for lunch or dinner. Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad (Instant Pot Tuna Pasta Salad) is a super budget-friendly pantry recipe that’s easily adaptable with the ingredients you already have at home! Quick and easy, so it’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or bringing along to potlucks and picnics. Caesar Tuna Stuffed Avocados make a delicious lunch or light dinner. The combination of tuna, avocado, and Caesar dressing is insanely good! These tuna patties without eggs are delicious. With only four ingredients, they are super simple and take less than 30 minutes to make. This recipe for keto tuna and egg salad is easy, nutritious, and flat-out delicious. It's a twist to the classic tuna salad that is loaded with flavor and low in carbs. These bowls are customizable. See above for variations. Save money by using what you already have! Sushi bake is an easy Asian casserole that is rich and creamy and allows you to enjoy sushi without having to learn how to roll! This tuna Waldorf salad is a healthy spin on the classic Waldorf salad. It makes for a quick and easy lunch that doesn’t skimp on flavor or texture. Mediterranean Couscous Tuna Bowls - a quick 15 minute no-cook meal packed with flavor! A perfect lunch or dinner for busy people who want to eat well. Quick Tuna Pasta with Capers, the clue is in the name! You'll definitely be tempted by this juicy tuna and tomato pasta recipe. This tuna potato salad recipe is a complete meal that is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. A satisfying combination of baby potatoes, green beans, tuna, radishes and red onion all tossed together with the most delicious dill buttermilk dressing. Transform your canned tuna into a scrumptious tuna brunch burger or spectacular dinner with this easy recipe. A glorious Crispy Tuna Burger, flavored with lemon, parsley and capers and topped with a spiced aioli tartar sauce! Looking for new, scrumptious ways to eat canned tuna? Try these delicious Tuna Melt Mini Quiches and you’ll be hooked. Tacos de atún or “tuna tacos” are an excellent way to use up that canned tuna you have in your kitchen cabinets. These canned tuna tacos are inexpensive, easy, and so delicious! Tuna Melt Zucchini Boats are a quick and easy keto version of a sandwich classic. Made with canned tuna, green pepper, celery and parsley, they are topped with melted cheddar cheese and perfect for a no-fuss lunch, snack or dinner. This tasty, toasted tuna melt sandwich is hot, melty, and stuffed with a perfectly seasoned tuna salad. You’ll love how easy and delicious this tuna sandwich is. It’s a nutritious and healthy meal that you can have for dinner or lunch and is gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30-friendly. You will love this stuffed sweet potatoes recipe!25 Canned Tuna Recipes for Easy Summer Meals!
What are your favorite canned tuna recipes?