Great Meals to Make With Canned Tuna

01-11-2024

Canned tuna is a pantry powerhouse. Its mild, buttery flavor tempts even the “I don’t like seafood” crowd, and it's so very versatile that you’ll never get bored. I always have a can or two sitting on the shelf. It makes for a quick and easy lunch, snack, or simple family dinner. 

If you’re new to canned tuna, here are a few details to note when buying. Albacore and skipjack tuna are the most common types of tuna used for canning. Light tuna is usually skipjack and has a fuller flavor than albacore, which is sometimes labeled white tuna. Either is delicious, so try both and see what you like best. Look for cans labeled pole-and-line caught. It’s the most sustainable way to catch tuna, as it preserves the surrounding marine life. 

Another variable in canned tuna is what is included in the can. Canned tuna packed in oil is richer in flavor compared to those packed in water. Some canned tuna includes only tuna and salt, which is also a great option. 

Read on to discover all the delicious ways to turn a simple can of tuna into a feast for the whole family.


1.Tuna Patties

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Warm and crispy tuna patties are an easy crowd pleaser. Drained tuna is mixed with egg, bread, herbs, and seasoning and then browned in a skillet (or cooked in an air fryer!). These can be shaped and chilled overnight for an even easier dinner time. Serve with lemon wedges and coleslaw.


2. Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole

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This comforting casserole uses cream of mushroom soup, egg noodles, cheese, and of course, tuna. My childhood self can attest to loving this dish even without the added crunch of the potato chips on top.


3. Tuna and Tomato Pasta Casserole

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Raid the pantry and make this comforting tuna-lovers casserole. Pasta shells, tomato sauce, ricotta, and a can of tuna packed in oil are tucked into a casserole dish, topped with parmesan cheese, and baked until bubbly. Delicious


4. Pasta with Tuna and Arugula

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Exhausted after a long day and not in the mood to cook? Well, look no further for dinner. This simple pasta uses only 7 ingredients and is on the table in fifteen minutes. Use whatever long pasta you have in the pantry and while the pasta cooks, drain the tuna and mince garlic. Mix in the drained pasta and serve.


5. White Bean and Tuna Salad

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Looking for a tuna salad that doesn’t include mayonnaise? Here it is! This flavorful salad is quick and dairy free. Grab a can of beans, tuna, herbs, and a red onion and you have a filling lunch or dinner. Serve as an open-face sandwich, over lettuce, or all on its own.



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