15 Simple Tuna Recipes For An Easy Meal
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Tuna is a pantry staple that you should always have on hand. A couple of cans of tuna and a few other staple ingredients mean that you can put together a delicious meal anytime you need it, without even having to run to the store. Skeptical? Then check out these tasty tuna recipes that you can make with a can or two of tuna.
1. Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes
Shake up your traditional tuna sandwich and try tuna stuffed tomatoes instead. The hearty, and creamy tuna salad is a perfect pairing for ripe, juicy tomatoes. You can serve tuna stuffed tomatoes for a light lunch or dinner, or as a tasty appetizer or first course for a party.
2. Tuna Patties
Tuna patties are a remarkably easy and simple dish to throw together. They make a wonderfully light meal on a hot summer evening. The flavors are light and delicious, and you can serve them with any sauces you prefer.
3. Tuna Vegetable Salad
No energy to cook? This tuna vegetable salad will be a new staple for lunch or a snaсk. It’s simple, light, creamy, and actually good for you. It has plenty of veggies in it, so you’ll get a dose of fiber with all that delicious protein. Serve it on bread or over some greens for a delicious salad.
4. Easy Tuna Wrap
Tuna makes a great base for a lunch wrap because it’s low in calories but still provides plenty of protein and other nutrients. Easy tuna wraps are a healthy make-at-home option that can be mixed and matched with different vegetables and herbs. It’s a versatile and filling meal that will fuel you through your day.
5. Tuna Noodle Casserole
Nothing says comfort food quite like tuna noodle casserole. But is this popular dish really as bad for you as its reputation suggests? Not with this recipe. You can enjoy as much as you like and still feel good about eating healthy.
6. Tuna Pasta Salad
Pull out a bowl and brace yourself for seconds of this tuna pasta salad. This delicious tuna and pasta dish makes for a wonderful family meal. It’s dairy-free and can easily be made gluten-free as well by switching the pasta to gluten-free pasta.
7. No Noodle Tuna Casserole
This no-noodle tuna casserole recipe is officially my go-to tuna casserole. It’s low in carbs and high in flavor. Serve it as is or with a side of rice (if you want the carbs) and a salad. This is a dish everyone will want seconds of.
8. Tuna Salad
A good, traditional tuna salad goes well with a lot of things. It’s versatile and often pairs well with green salads and other veggies, pasta, or even bread for a sandwich. My little guy loves his served on brown rice crackers.
9. Tuna Melt
This tuna melt recipe is simple, uses minimal ingredients, and is a total, absolute comfort food. Making a tuna melt is easy stuff. It’s something most people will love and, for many, is right up there with a grilled cheese sandwich.
10. Tuna Pinwheels
This tuna pinwheel recipe is such an easy lunch to throw together, and it’s great for kids and adults alike! This fun presentation gives a good dose of protein and fats to get the kids (or you!) through until dinner.
11. Tuna Stuffed Avocados
If you need a meal that will truly fill you up for hours at a time, these tuna stuffed avocados are the meal you want. All that healthy fat and lean meat will keep you full long after you thought you’d be hungry.
12. Tuna Fish Sandwich
This tuna fish sandwich makes a wonderfully filling lunch thanks to the use of healthy ingredients. Something about a well-made tuna fish sandwich always reminds me of my school days. Maybe it will bring back some good memories for you too.
13. Tuna Burgers
These tuna burgers are a nice way to change things up on burger night. Soft, mild, and tasty, these will go with just about any toppings you care to enjoy. Serve this with a side salad or a side of fries for a delicious and comforting meal.
14. Tuna Nicoise Salad
This fresh and delicious tuna nicoise salad is great for a refreshing and light lunch that still fills you up and satisfies you. It’s a healthy, lower-carb meal that is rich in fiber and flavor. It’s quick and simple to make, too.
15. Indonesian Tuna Fried Rice
Nasi goreng tuna, which literally means tuna fried rice, is an easy and quick way to make a full, nutritious meal out of simple ingredients. You get the carb from the rice and protein from the tuna, all in one plate.
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