Tuna isn’t just a lunchbox staple — it’s a protein powerhouse that works in countless dishes. These recipes bring tuna into pastas, bowls, salads, and even warm dinners. Affordable and versatile, it adapts to flavors from classic comfort to global-inspired. A pantry ingredient with main course energy.

Tuna Salad with Fresh Herbs

Plate of lettuce wraps filled with tuna salad, garnished with red onion slices and herbs—an easy addition to your collection of fresh tuna recipes. Two forks rest on the side, ready to enjoy.
Tuna Salad with Fresh Herbs. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This flavorful, healthy tuna salad recipe leaves out the traditional mayonnaise and instead uses dijon mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil. You can make this tuna salad creamy with Greek yogurt, or keep it dairy free!
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Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats with Cream Cheese

Spicy tuna cucumber boats on a plate.
Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats With Cream Cheese are a refreshing, crunchy, low-carb 10-minute snack with a kick! Featuring fresh, crisp cucumbers that are cut and de-seeded, each cucumber half is stuffed with softened cream cheese and spoonfuls of tuna before being topped off with a sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning, coconut aminos, and a drizzle of hot sauce.
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Cheesy Tuna Air Fryer Flautas

Blue plate with flautas and guacamole and sour cream to the side.
Cheesy Tuna Air Fryer Flautas. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Air Fryer cheesy tuna flautas are a breeze to make and delicious to eat!
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Mediterranean Tuna Orzo Salad

A bowl of Mediterranean-style salad with orzo, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, red peppers, tuna, and a lemon wedge, garnished with basil.
Mediterranean Tuna Orzo Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Whip up a quick and tasty Mediterranean tuna orzo salad for a weeknight dinner. This recipe is ideal for a healthy meal that’s ready fast.
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Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl

A bowl of tuna rice with sliced avocados.
Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This 20-minute spicy tuna rice bowl is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s loaded with contrasting flavors and textures – every bite is tasty.
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Wheat Berry Salad with Tuna & Tomatoes

Wheat Berry Salad with Tomato & Tuna in a bowl.
Wheat Berry Salad with Tuna & Tomatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with protein and fiber-rich wheat berries, this easy salad is a hearty meal. Filled with flavor and nutrition, you get a pop of freshness from the tomatoes and the dressing has a touch of lemon to tie it all together. Delish!
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Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Four Mediterranean Tuna Salad stuffed avocados on a white plate.
Mediterranean Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Got a can of tuna? Turn a humble can of tuna into something fabulous today with this Mediterranean Tuna Salad Recipe! Loaded with flavor, you can eat it on a low-carb wrap, on your favorite greens, or just by the spoonful! Click now to check out what’s sure to be your new favorite tuna salad recipe!
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Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole

A casserole dish filled with pasta and peas.
Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole is a perfect weeknight family meal that takes less than 1 hour to make. It’s straightforward to prepare and reheats well, so any leftovers will make for a convenient meal tomorrow.
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Tuna Pesto Pasta

A plate of tuna pesto pasta with cherry tomatoes, a copper fork, and a pink linen next to a pan full of tuna pesto pasta.
Tuna Pesto Pasta. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This easy tuna pesto pasta recipe with burst cherry tomatoes, spinach, and garlic is a weeknight meal you’ll love.
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Tuna and Tomato Pasta

Image shows a closeup view of tuna and tomato pasta in a white patterned bowl.
Tuna and Tomato Pasta. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This tuna and tomato pasta is so simple that kids can make it (with supervision, of course). It’s tasty and has a simple protein that means this is ready in about 25 minutes, perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Spicy Tuna Rolls

Image shows Chopsticks holding spicy tuna roll over a plate with more of the roll.
Spicy Tuna Rolls. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Elevate your at-home sushi game with a tantalizing twist on the classic spicy tuna roll, using canned tuna as a convenient and delicious alternative. Discover how to create a mouthwatering blend of flavors, incorporating the perfect amount of heat and texture to satisfy your sushi cravings without breaking the bank.
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Avocado Tuna Salad

A bowl of avocado tuna salad with avocado slices and lemon slices.
Avocado Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Avocado Tuna Salad is a delicious, protein-packed lunch option. It’s a recipe that is low-carb and dairy-free that is easy to make and will keep you full throughout the day!
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