Canned meats like tuna are a pantry staple for many because they are budget-friendly, versatile, and they can be a lifesaver when it comes to whipping up a quick dinner or lunch for the family.
If you don’t already have some cans of tuna in the cupboard, it’s a great idea to start stocking up on them now so that you can grab these recipes for when you need a quick and filling dinner!
Since most canned tuna recipes only require a few ingredients, many of which you probably already have in the pantry, you can easily make a quick meal to feed the whole family without costing an arm and a leg. These flavorful canned tuna recipes are easy to make, budget-friendly, and delicious.
1. Chili Lime Tuna Fishcakes
The best thing about these chili lime tuna fishcakes is that they are perfect for those who are gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free. They’re baked in the oven which means no oil making them a healthy dish almost everyone can enjoy.
2. Easy Tuna Casserole – Mediterranean Style
When it’s time for dinner my Mediterranean-Style Tuna Casserole is guaranteed to bring smiles and requests for seconds to your dinner table! My easy to make casserole is loaded with delicious and easy to find ingredients.
3. Tuna Meatballs with Linguine
If you love pasta dishes but have been cutting back on red meat, my Tuna Meatballs is a delicious way to enjoy pasta and meatballs without the guilt! Add in a spicy marinara and you’ve got a restaurant worthy dish, made in your own kitchen.
4. Parmesan Pesto Tuna Melts
An easy lunch idea you can have ready in no time, you’ll love the flavors of these tuna melts. The flavors of the creamy parmesan pesto filling made with tuna and cheese brings together an open faced sandwiched worth making.
5. Tuna Tostadas
Tostadas are a family favorite and they’re easy to make. These tostadas are dressed up with tuna, fresh lime juice, flavorful herbs, and minced onion.
6. Pasta With Tuna Carbonara
This Italian recipe for tuna carbonara pasta not only tastes amazing, but is a great easy go-to seafood carbonara recipe for quick family meals.
7. Creamy Tuna & Sun-Dried Tomato Casserole
The whole family will love the flavors of the tangy sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, pasta, and tomato-pesto Alfredo sauce. It’s a delicious and easy meal that’s perfect for weeknights.
8. Tuna Fried Rice
Packed full of flavor from the rice, canned tuna, vegetables, garlic, scrambled egg, and tangy green onions, this is a filling dish the whole family will enjoy.
9. Pesto Tuna Pasta
Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy pesto tuna pasta is a flavorful dish. All you need are 6 ingredients, and you’ll have a tasty dish on the table in no time.
10. Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps
Need a light canned tuna recipe for lunch or dinner? These tuna salad wraps are easy to make and full of flavor. They’re a quick and easy dish that can be enjoyed anytime throughout the year.
11. Easy Tuna Caesar Salad
My favorite quick summer dinner. Filling, easy to make, and perfect for summer. This tuna caesar salad is a quick go to dish that’s perfect for when you need a light lunch or dinner.
12. Tuna Ricotta Frittata
This frittata is packed full of flavor thanks to the tuna, ricotta cheese, arugula, and capers. It’s a versatile dish that you can serve for lunch or dinner and the family will enjoy each and every bite of it.
13. Shoestring Potato Tuna Salad
This canned tuna recipe can be served as a snack or appetizer. Serve it with your favorite chips or crackers and let the guests enjoy!
14. Instant Pot Tuna Casserole
Cheesy, creamy, and savory, this tuna casserole is made in the instant pot and ready to serve in less than 30 minutes.
15. Cheesy Tuna Rice Casserole
Made with a homemade cheese sauce, hearty tuna, veggies, and rice, this casserole is a complete meal the whole family will love.