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Must-Try Tuna Recipes: Healthy and Delicious

Published: Jan 31, 2025 by Yuan

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Tuna is one of those ingredients that feels like a secret weapon in the kitchen. It’s packed with protein, loaded with nutrients, and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re whipping up a quick lunch or planning a wholesome dinner, there’s always a way to make tuna shine. In this collection, we’re sharing some amazing recipes that prove healthy eating can be flavorful, satisfying, and easy to prepare.

Easy Homemade Tuna Avocado Roll Recipe (2 Ways!)

tuna avocado roll
Easy Homemade Tuna Avocado Roll Recipe (2 Ways!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This simple recipe combines fresh tuna and creamy avocado for a perfect roll. You can enjoy it either with sushi rice or as a low-carb option wrapped in cucumber. It's a fun and delicious way to make sushi at home without complicated steps.
Get the Recipe: Easy Homemade Tuna Avocado Roll Recipe (2 Ways!)

Nicoise Salad

Nicoise salad in a whitw bowl.
Nicoise Salad. Photo credit: The Forked Spoon

Niçoise salad is a classic French salad originating from the city of Nice in the French Riviera. Filled with both fresh and cooked ingredients like tuna, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, green beans, lettuce, and boiled potatoes in a tangy lemon dressing.

Get the Recipe: Nicoise Salad

Seared Ahi Tuna Tacos

Three tacos filled with seared ahi tuna, jalapeno coleslaw, avocado, and chipotle crema on a plate with sliced limes.
Seared Ahi Tuna Tacos. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Seared Ahi tuna brings a fresh, flavorful twist to your taco night. The tender fish pairs beautifully with a crunchy slaw and spicy sauce. These tacos are a unique, healthy option that everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Seared Ahi Tuna Tacos

Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole

Tuna noodle casserole with vegetables in a shallow light green bowl.
Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

This updated version of tuna noodle casserole uses healthier ingredients for a comforting, nutritious meal. The creamy sauce combines perfectly with tender noodles and chunks of tuna. It's a filling dish that's simple to prepare for any night of the week.
Get the Recipe: Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole

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.

Tuna stuffed into ripe avocados creates a satisfying and nutrient-packed meal. The avocado’s creamy texture complements the tuna, making each bite a delight. This dish is a great way to enjoy a low-carb and wholesome lunch or dinner.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Stuffed Avocados

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.

Tuna and pesto come together in this quick and easy pasta dish for a burst of flavor. The rich pesto sauce enhances the tuna, creating a savory and satisfying meal. It’s a perfect balance of protein and flavor that’s both simple and filling.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Pesto Pasta

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.

Cheesy tuna air fryer flautas are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Filled with flavorful tuna and cheese, they’re a great appetizer or snack. You’ll love how easy they are to make with an air fryer for a healthier, delicious option.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Tuna Air Fryer Flautas

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.

Spicy tuna rolls bring bold flavors to your sushi night. The heat from the spicy mayo complements the fresh tuna for a delightful bite. It’s an exciting and flavorful roll that’s easy to make at home.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Tuna Rolls

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.

Refreshing wheat berry salad is loaded with nutritious grains, tuna, and juicy tomatoes. The combination of textures and flavors makes it a satisfying meal. It’s a light yet filling salad that’s perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
Get the Recipe: Wheat Berry Salad with Tuna & Tomatoes

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? Mediterranean tuna salad is packed with fresh veggies, olives, and feta cheese for a savory dish. The flavors blend perfectly, giving you a healthy and satisfying meal. It’s a simple, nutrient-rich salad that’s perfect for warm days.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Easy Air Fryer Tuna Steak (Fresh Ahi Tuna Steak)

Air Fryer Tuna  Steak is served on a white plate.
Easy Air Fryer Tuna Steak (Fresh Ahi Tuna Steak). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Cooking fresh Ahi tuna in an air fryer is quick and effortless, locking in all the flavors. The result is a tender, perfectly seared steak with a crispy exterior. It’s a great way to enjoy a healthy meal without heating up the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Easy Air Fryer Tuna Steak (Fresh Ahi Tuna Steak)

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