Dive into a whole new world of flavor with these irresistible tuna recipes! Whether you’re whipping up a quick and easy salad for lunch, craving something hearty like tuna pasta, or want to get creative with homemade sushi rolls, we’ve got plenty of ideas to keep your taste buds happy.

Light and Healthy Tuna Salad

A creative tuna recipe, this tuna salad sandwich with lettuce, tomatoes, and chickpeas on toasted bread is served on a plate with potato chips.
Light and Healthy Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Fresh, crisp, and full of flavor, this tuna salad is the ultimate light meal. With vibrant veggies and a zesty dressing, it’s a nutritious choice for any meal.
Get the Recipe: Light and Healthy Tuna Salad

Chickpea Tuna Salad

Three romaine lettuce leaves topped with a creative tuna mixture of chickpeas, chopped eggs, and green onions are arranged on a white plate—perfect inspiration if you're looking for new tuna cooking ideas.
Chickpea Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

A protein-packed mix of tender chickpeas and flaky tuna, this dish offers satisfying bites with a refreshing tang. It’s the ideal blend for fueling your day.
Get the Recipe: Chickpea Tuna Salad

Ahi Tuna Kabobs

Cherry glazed Ahi tuna kabobs over a spiralized salad.
Ahi Tuna Kabobs. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Elevate your grilling game with juicy Ahi tuna kabobs. Marinated to perfection, these skewers bring smoky, tropical vibes straight to your table.
Get the Recipe: Ahi Tuna Kabobs

Avocado Tuna Salad

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

Creamy avocado meets the hearty goodness of tuna in this crowd-pleasing salad. It’s a fresh, flavor-packed meal you can savor anytime.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Tuna Salad

Easy Homemade Tuna Avocado Roll Recipe (2 Ways!)

Fresh and creamy tuna avocado sushi rolls on a white plate with wasabi and pink ginger.
Easy Homemade Tuna Avocado Roll Recipe (2 Ways!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Bring a taste of sushi night home with this easy tuna avocado roll recipe. Whether classic or with a spicy kick, it’s a delicious DIY dish.
Get the Recipe: Easy Homemade Tuna Avocado Roll Recipe (2 Ways!)

Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole

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

Warm, comforting, and brimming with nostalgic flavors, this tuna noodle casserole is the ultimate hearty dinner.
Get the Recipe: Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole

Keto Tuna Melt

Keto Tuna Melt. Photo credit: The Foodie Affair.

Low-carb and loaded with melted cheese, this tuna melt is a dreamy pick for those following a keto-friendly lifestyle.
Get the Recipe: Keto Tuna Melt

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.

Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this vibrant orzo salad. Juicy tuna, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing make this dish a standout.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Orzo Salad

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

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

Loaded with olives, capers, and crunchy veggies, this Mediterranean-style tuna salad is bursting with bold, fresh flavors.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Salad

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.

For a refreshing kick, try these spicy cucumber boats. Stuffed with cream cheese and tuna, they’re a flavorful snack with a satisfying crunch.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Tuna Cucumber Boats with Cream Cheese

Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl

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

Layered with perfectly spiced tuna, fluffy rice, and fresh veggies, this bowl is a fulfilling and delicious one-dish meal.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl

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.

Fresh, fiery, and utterly delicious, these spicy tuna rolls will bring your sushi night dreams to life.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Tuna Rolls

Tuna Macaroni Salad

Tuna Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

A classic favorite, this creamy tuna macaroni salad is a delightful mix of textures and refreshing flavors, ideal for any meal.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Macaroni Salad

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.

Brighten up your dinner repertoire with this flavorful tuna pesto pasta. It’s light, aromatic, and packed with fresh herbs.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Pesto Pasta

Tuna Salad with Fresh Herbs

Healthy Tuna salad without mayo sits on a bed of iceberg lettuce surrounded by two forks, dill, and a green linen.
Tuna Salad with Fresh Herbs. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Simple yet flavorful, this tuna salad gets a zesty upgrade with the addition of chopped fresh herbs and a touch of citrus.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Salad with Fresh Herbs

Tuna Stuffed Avocados

A glass bowl of tuna salad with pickles and multiple avocados stuffed with the salad around it.
Tuna Stuffed Avocados. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Creamy avocado halves come loaded with a satisfying tuna filling, making for an easy and wholesome meal or snack.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Stuffed Avocados

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.

Packed with hearty wheat berries, juicy tomatoes, and deliciously flaky tuna, this salad delivers on flavor and texture.
Get the Recipe: Wheat Berry Salad with Tuna & Tomatoes

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