Top 9+ delicious ways to turn a $2 can of tuna into a gourmet meal

Whether it’s chunks of tuna in springwater, olive oil or mayonnaise, a tin of the humble fish can become the star ingredient in your next meal.

It’s the university student pantry staple. A can of tuna. Do you love tinned tuna for its convenience, affordability or taste? Whatever the reason is, you can’t deny that it’s an easy way to add some protein to your lunch.

From a classic mornay to a layered salad, we’ve rounded up 9 of our best-canned tuna recipes that are delicious, satisfying and budget-friendly.

Tuna and veg pasta mornay, Tuna and sweet potato patties with pickled salad, Tuna pasta bake, Layered tuna salad, Tuna and sweet chilli wrap, Gluten-free Italian tuna spaghetti, Potato-topped tuna mac and cheese, Egg, tuna and chickpea salad, Brown rice sushi

tuna mornay quick pasta recipe

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Tuna and veg pasta mornay

An old-fashioned classic pasta bake the whole family will enjoy. Our tuna veg and pasta mornay makes the perfect weeknight meal. Use up any leftover cooked small pasta in this dish.

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sweet potato patties

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Tuna and sweet potato patties with pickled salad

These sweet potato and tuna patties are ideal for nights when life feels a little chaotic and you want to pull dinner together using as many trusty pantry staples as possible. Here, Karen Martini turns a humble tin of tuna into the main event, by pairing it with nutritious sweet potato and a supporting cast of healthy vegetables.

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https://www.bhg.com.au/tuna-pasta-bake

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Tuna pasta bake

When looking for a simple and delicious dinner, nothing beats a budget-friendly tuna pasta. Put a green spin on a classic with asparagus, green beans and parsley.

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tuna salad with beetroot

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Layered tuna salad

Fresh, healthy and oh so colourful. Thanks to the addition of tuna, this salad is hearty and perfect as a filling lunch for work or for picnics on the weekend.

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Tuna and sweet chilli wrap

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Tuna and sweet chilli wrap

This budget-friendly idea for lunch is anything but boring! With a gluten-free option included, this wrap is packed with mayo, sweet chilli sauce & coriander. 

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tuna pasta with gluten free spaghetti and olives

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Gluten-free Italian tuna spaghetti

Healthy pasta? Yes it’s possible here’s how. Switch out salty anchovies for a healthy tin of tuna in this satisfying twist on pasta puttanesca. 

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Crunchy potato-topped tuna mac and cheese

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Potato-topped tuna mac and cheese

Satisfying and filling, pantry and fridge staples are the base of this tuna bake. Top your cheesy pasta bake with salt and vinegar chips for an instant ‘potato’ topping. 

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tuna

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Egg, tuna and chickpea salad

Soft-boiled eggs add creaminess and warmth to this spinach, tuna and chickpea salad. Tossed in a Dijon, lemon and olive oil dressing, this salad will soon become a lunchtime favourite.

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7. Brown rice sushi

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Brown rice sushi

Sushi fans rejoice, with this recipe you’ll have healthy nori rolls of brown rice, sliced avocado and tuna in a flash. For an extra hit of flavour, swap out tuna chunks in springwater for sweet chilli, mild Indian curry or tomato and basil.

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