Looking for canned tuna recipes? From creamy pasta bakes and tuna melts to easy dinners, lunches and budget-friendly meals, these recipes make the most of a pantry staple.

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If you’ve got a can of tuna lurking around in the cupboards, you’re already on your way to a delicious meal. Sure, you could mix it with some mayo and whack it in between two slices of bread, but where’s the fun in that?

I’m here today to show you that the humble can of tuna can easily be transformed into the most delicious lunch or dinner. Alongside the can of tuna, these recipes only require simple, store-bought ingredients. These are the types of recipes worth repeating, and I know you’re going to fall in love with them.

Alrighty, let’s tuck into the full tinned tuna roundup shall we?!


1. Tuna Fish Cakes

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These tuna cakes are crispy on the outside, yet gorgeously fluffy in the centre. I’ll also show you a few tips for making patties that actually keep their shape!

Grab the recipe HERE


2. Tuna Baked Potato

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One of the most classic baked potato toppings out there! Here I’ll show you the most delicious way to serve it.

Grab the recipe HERE


3. Classic Tuna Melt

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I know many people already have their own signature tuna melt, but I promise you, nothing beats this.

Grab the recipe HERE


4. Tomato Tuna Pasta Bake

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The perfect family meal that never fails. It uses simple ingredients, but always turns out so delicious!

Grab the recipe HERE


5. Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake

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If you’re more of a creamy tuna pasta kinda person, then fear not – this is ALSO the perfect midweek family meal.

Grab the recipe HERE


6. Spicy Tuna Crunchwraps

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These crunchwraps are so full of flavour and make the perfect quick-fix lunch.

Grab the recipe HERE


7. Tuna Puttanesca

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Some people say you should never mess with a classic, but when it tastes this good, I say it’s justified.

Grab the recipe HERE


8. Avocado Tuna Melt Bagels

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These make a delicious lunch that the whole family will enjoy. Just be careful – they’re incredibly moreish!

Grab the recipe HERE


9. Tuna Pasta Salad

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There are a few different ways you can make tuna pasta salad, but this Greek-inspired version has to be the best.

Grab the recipe HERE


And there we have it! A collection of the easiest and most delicious canned tuna recipes. If you loved this Roundup be sure to Pin it for later! Made any of the recipes? Let me know how you got on in the comments.

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