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You’ve got a ton of simple recipes you can throw together in minutes with just a can of tuna and some pantry basics. Think sandwiches, salads, pasta bakes, casseroles, and beyond. Canned tuna is a budget friendly protein that’s widely available, and let’s face it, most folks enjoy it. So, check out this lineup of recipes featuring canned tuna and pick out which one you’re itching to try first!

Italian Tuna White Bean Salad

A large bowl of tuna bean salad.
Italian Tuna White Bean Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Want a delicious Italian salad recipe? Try Italian tuna white bean salad. Canned or fresh tuna and cannellini beans make this Tuscan classic a hit!
Get the Recipe: Italian Tuna White Bean Salad

Avocado Tuna Salad

Avocado Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Dinner At The Zoo.

This avocado tuna salad is loaded with chunks of tuna, avocado and colorful veggies for a fresh and lighter take on the classic dish!
Get the Recipe: Avocado Tuna Salad

Sushi Bake (With Canned Tuna)

Sushi Bake (With Canned Tuna). Photo credit: Greedy Girl Gourmet.

An easy Asian casserole made with easy-to-get ingredients that is rich and creamy. Enjoy sushi without having to learn how to roll it!
Get the Recipe: Sushi Bake (With Canned Tuna)

Tuna Salad

Tuna Salad.
Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This tuna salad recipe is easy to make and so good. This chunky vegetable tuna salad is the most delicious veggie tuna salad ever!
Get the Recipe: Tuna Salad

Easy Cheesy Tuna Casserole

A bowl of creamy, cheesy pasta topped with herbs and breadcrumbs, served on a wooden table.
Easy Cheesy Tuna Casserole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Cheesy Tuna Casserole using flaky canned tuna makes a one pot meal that’s full of veggies, tuna, noodles in a from scratch creamy sauce and a crumb topping.
Get the Recipe: Easy Cheesy Tuna Casserole

Easy Tuna Croquettes (Air Fryer)

Easy Tuna Croquettes (Air Fryer). Photo credit: Little Nomads Recipes.

These Easy Tuna Croquettes (Air Fryer) are budget-friendly and made under five ingredients: canned tuna, mashed potato, olive oil, and Panko. So easy, breezy!
Get the Recipe: Easy Tuna Croquettes (Air Fryer)

Tuna Melt Wrap (Quesadilla)

Tuna Melt Wrap (Quesadilla). Photo credit: Knife & Soul.

Crispy-toasted tortilla wraps (quesadillas) filled with super tasty tuna mayo and plenty of ooey-gooey melted cheese.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Melt Wrap (Quesadilla)

Quick Tuna Pasta with Anchovy and Capers

Quick Tuna Pasta with Anchovy and Capers. Photo credit: Curry Trail.

Pasta is tossed in anchovies, garlic, chili flakes, capers, lemon, and can tuna with Parmesan and parsley for a finishing touch.
Get the Recipe: Quick Tuna Pasta with Anchovy and Capers

Korean Tuna Rice Bowl

Chamchi Deopbap: Korean Tuna Rice Bowl Recipe. Photo credit: Street Smart Nutrition.

In less than 10 minutes, you can make this chamchi deopbap recipe (Korean Tuna Rice Bowl). It’s an easy lunch for busy people!
Get the Recipe: Chamchi Deopbap: Korean Tuna Rice Bowl Recipe

Tuna Waldorf Salad

Tuna Waldorf Salad. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This tuna salad with grapes is a healthy spin on the classic Waldorf salad and is an easy lunch made in minutes.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Waldorf Salad

No Noodle Tuna Casserole Recipe

No Noodle Tuna Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

This No Noodle Tuna Casserole recipe is a low-carb tuna casserole that will have them coming back for seconds!
Get the Recipe: No Noodle Tuna Casserole Recipe

Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Sugar & Soul.

Tuna Pasta Salad is a tasty side dish for summer! Rotini, veggies, and tuna are tossed in a creamy homemade dressing and spices!
Get the Recipe: Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole

Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole. Photo credit: Two Pink Peonies.

This old-fashioned tuna casserole is an easy comfort meal to make. This easy recipe uses common pantry items.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole

Mediterranean Tuna Patties Recipe

Mediterranean Tuna Patties Recipe. Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

Mediterranean Tuna Patties Recipe are perfect for Lent and Easter. These tuna cakes mix together your favorite Mediterranean ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Patties Recipe

Tuna Patties

Tuna Patties. Photo credit: Muy Bueno Blog.

Flavorful and economical canned tuna transformed into Tuna Patties can be served as a party appetizer, a light dinner, or school lunch.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Patties

Spicy Tuna Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls)

Spicy Tuna Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls). Photo credit: The Heirloom Pantry.

Spicy Tuna Onigiri are Japanese rice balls that are the perfect on-the-go treat. Japanese rice is stuffed with spicy tuna and wrapped in nori.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Tuna Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls)

Tuna Pesto Pasta

Tuna Pesto Pasta. Photo credit: Mrs Jone’s Kitchen.

This easy tuna pesto pasta recipe is ready in 15 minutes and is a family-friendly midweek meal. Leftovers taste great as a cold pasta salad!
Get the Recipe: Tuna Pesto Pasta

Penne With Tuna (In Chilli Oil)

Penne With Tuna (In Chilli Oil). Photo credit: The Spice Adventuress.

This penne tuna dish is an easy, one-pot meal packed with delicious flavor and perfect for busy weekday dinners.
Get the Recipe: Penne With Tuna (In Chilli Oil)

Easy Smoked Tuna Dip

Easy Smoked Tuna Dip. Photo credit: Caroha.

Bursting with fresh flavors, this easy smoked tuna dip combines smoked tuna, cream cheese, paprika, and lemon juice. Perfect for game day!
Get the Recipe: Easy Smoked Tuna Dip

Tuna Carbonara

Tuna Carbonara. Photo credit: The Pasta Project.

This Italian pasta with tuna carbonara recipe is a delicious quick and easy dish made with ingredients many of us usually have in the larder.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Carbonara

Baked Tuna Pasta Shells

Baked Tuna Pasta Shells. Photo credit: Its Not Complicated Recipes.

Baked Tuna Pasta Shells are filled with a delicious combination of tuna, ricotta, onion, lemon zest and parsley and topped with creamy tomato sauce.
Get the Recipe: Baked Tuna Pasta Shells

Tossed Salad With Tuna

Tossed Salad With Tuna. Photo credit: Happy Foods Tube.

This tossed salad with tuna is perfect for lunch, dinner, picnic or any summer outdoor entertaining. It’s ready on your table in 5 minutes, it’s not only quick, but also fresh and nutrient-rich.
Get the Recipe: Tossed Salad With Tuna

Bella Bucchiotti

Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.

 

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