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27 Canned Tuna Recipes to Keep in Your Back Pocket

Updated on February 27, 2024

Good news for anyone who’s cooking from the pantry tonight; that canned tuna you’ve got tucked away is the perfect protein for everything from warm, creamy casseroles to bright, Mediterranean-inspired salads.

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Our Best Ideas for Canned Tuna

When you need a quick-and-simple meal that doesn't require a lot of ingredients, it's time to take stock of what's in your pantry. There are so many delicious dishes that you can make with staples like rice or canned foods—but ones that incorporate canned tuna are our favorite, like this creamy tuna-noodle dump dinner, made entirely in one baking dish— egg noodles included. It tastes just like the casserole you grew up eating but requires less equipment (and cleanup). Instead of using the classic cream of mushroom soup, we opted for a combination of cheese, broth, heavy cream and sour cream, which provides the same velvety texture.

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Photo: Tara Donne ©

Tuna Everything Bagel

How do you make bagels and cream cheese even better? Top them with lettuce, tomato and savory tuna salad!

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Photo: Armando Rafael

Summery Herbed Tuna Pasta Salad

Marry tuna, pasta, green beans and carrots with an herby white wine vinaigrette for a bright and flavorful dish that tastes great anytime of the year.

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Photo: Charles Masters

Mediterranean Tuna Melts

Craving a warm and satisfying meal? Canned tuna to the rescue. Season it with a few spices and tuck it into pita bread along with cheese before warming through. Simple and delicious.

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