Tuna! What do YOU like??

JatieKo621
JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I have been experimenting with canned tuna lately-it is high in protein, low in bad stuff, has omega 3's, and the best part-IT IS CHEAP AND FAST. I eat healthier when I have more time, usually when I am on the go I tend to mess up and grab crappy choices. So CANNED TUNA is becoming my best friend!

I have already posted about different recipes that I have been doing, but what are some of the ways YOU eat canned tuna?

What I do:
1 can (water, drained)
Spicy Brown mustard
sliced tomatoes
capers
...easy and tasty "ITALIAN"

1 can (water, drained)
+ salsa. That is it! "TEX MEX"

1 packet of sweet and spicy tuna
1 bag of steamed veggies (the "asian medley" with baby corn, water chestnuts and broccoli)
A little sriracha
Sometimes I add Kraft Light Toasted Sesame dressing if I just use a regular can of tuna, not the flavored kind
and WA LA, I have "ASIAN" style tuna

1 can (water drained)
Plain Greek yogurt (instead of mayo)
diced pickles
diced onion
diced celery
"TUNA SALAD"

And today I found a weird combo that I actually ended up LOVING, it may sound gross (sorry) but I thought it was fantastic!
1 can (water drained)
1 TSP Honey Mustard
1 TBSP Hot diced cherry pepper relish
.....it was AMAZING.


Just thought i'd share this and if you have any ideas let me know!

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  • Ta11asan
    Ta11asan Posts: 26 Member
    I do tuna and tartar sauce!
  • jmc0806
    jmc0806 Posts: 1,444 Member
    I'm simple, either a can of tuna mixed with hummus or guacamole
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    Hummus? Hmm, like what kind, regular or a flavored kind? I love hummus but never thought about those two together.
  • hananah89
    hananah89 Posts: 692 Member
    I've done tuna plus a wedge of laughing cow cheese (i use the garlic one) and add cut up sweet baby pickles (sweet with splenda-could do just relish as well). The laughing cow is a great binder. The "light" tuna pouches were $1 each at Target yesterday so I stocked up.
  • DancingMoosie
    DancingMoosie Posts: 8,619 Member
    I mix a can or two with a tbs or 2 of hummus, a chopped boiled egg, and maybe a bit of mustard. Then, I portion it into 3 servings to go on my mixed salad greens for lunch during the week.

    As for the kind of hummus, it can be any flavor you like. Change it up!
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    I've done tuna plus a wedge of laughing cow cheese (i use the garlic one) and add cut up sweet baby pickles (sweet with splenda-could do just relish as well). The laughing cow is a great binder. The "light" tuna pouches were $1 each at Target yesterday so I stocked up.

    That sounds really good! And the pouches are my best friend....I work in a restaurant and always get hungry there (even when I am NOT hungry) but those pouches are so easy to just pour into a bowl and add whatever you want! Thanks for the suggestion!
  • missmegan831
    missmegan831 Posts: 824 Member
    Tuna, salt/pepper, a splash of coconut oil and some chopped onion!!! SCORE!
  • snazzyjazzy21
    snazzyjazzy21 Posts: 1,298 Member
    I normally get tomato and basil tuna, if it's on special. It then replaces my after run protein shake. Yum!
  • jmc0806
    jmc0806 Posts: 1,444 Member
    I usually use garlic, spinach and artichoke, supremely spicy or jalapeño. Anything with some kick
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    I usually use garlic, spinach and artichoke, supremely spicy or jalapeño. Anything with some kick


    :) We both love that kick!
  • Mercedespony
    Mercedespony Posts: 162 Member
    1.5 loose leaf lettuce
    cherry tomatoes/halved
    celery, diced
    apple, diced
    tuna
    light mayo/dijon mustard/olive oil

    mmmmmm.
  • caribear1984
    caribear1984 Posts: 203
    My current favorite:
    1 can tuna
    1/2 avocado diced
    1/4 cup feta cheese
    Mix well. You can mash the avocado a little bit so it all sticks together. Great in wraps, on lettuce as a salad, with crackers, or with a spoon. Yum.
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    Viva_Karina Posts: 398 Member
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  • chad_phillips1123
    chad_phillips1123 Posts: 229 Member
    1 can tuna (I use the Chicken of the Sea "No Drain" cans; really suggest trying them out if you haven't)
    1 greek yogurt (Nostimo)
    Couple of spoons of salsa
    Add red curry to taste.

    The red curry really gives it a kick. I usually eat it with some greens.
  • heatherloveslifting
    heatherloveslifting Posts: 1,428 Member


    And today I found a weird combo that I actually ended up LOVING, it may sound gross (sorry) but I thought it was fantastic!
    1 can (water drained)
    1 TSP Honey Mustard
    1 TBSP Hot diced cherry pepper relish
    .....it was AMAZING.

    This actually sounds really good!

    I am boring and usually mix with laughing cow cheese and throw on a salad.
  • corgicake
    corgicake Posts: 846 Member
    Perhaps this is a result of living in the upper Midwest, but pound for pound tuna here is more expensive than ground beef. I don't have it often. Here's a couple of the things I shamelessly gorge myself on during late night study sessions:

    Cheese and tuna leaves:
    -cottage cheese
    -canned tuna
    -cheap raw greens
    Load tuna and cottage cheese on a broad leaf, roll into shapes easy to hold and eat, and chow.

    Seared eggplant with tuna:
    -canned tuna
    -soy sauce
    -sugar
    -salad dressing
    -eggplant
    Ideal proportions of the first four ingredients will vary from person to person. Mix them into a paste-like mixture. Slice and cook eggplant on skillet (a little heat goes a long way!), then top with paste.
  • taraaaal
    taraaaal Posts: 13
    I loveeee tuna its a staple in my diet... I usually make a salad with the following ingredients:

    one single serving light tuna pouch
    a bunch of romaine lettuce
    fresh salsa
    chopped onion
    cilantro
    lime juice
    light shredded mexican cheese blend
    chipotle tabasco sauce

    I chop it all up and sometimes add some guacamole on top... its an EASY and LIGHT lunch or snack PLUS it tastes great too!
  • Hexahedra
    Hexahedra Posts: 894 Member
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  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,674 Member
    lol viva

    Mine is not low fat and.....I am not sorry!
    Tuna, canned (prefer trader joes no salt added)
    mayonnaise
    shredded jack cheese
    dash of tabasco, dash of Worcestershire sauce, optional
    squeeze of lemon, also optional

    mix together
    spread on bread, broil until bubbly and slightly browned.
  • eylia
    eylia Posts: 200 Member
    I often make up a spicy quinoa mix (pre made, but easy enough to do yourself), add in some finely diced veg-whatever is about, mix in some plain tuna and use it as a stuffing for veg. Zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms that sort of thing. Delicious.
  • A_Fit_Mom
    A_Fit_Mom Posts: 602 Member
    I love tuna and would eat it everyday if I could. But I am pretty simple with it and always eat it the same way. Tuna mixed with a couple squeezes of light miracle whip and then mix in some pickle relish. And that is it, so good and not complicated. Sometimes I would add a crumbled hard boiled egg in there.
  • booboo68
    booboo68 Posts: 302 Member
    Tuna with mustard, onions and banana peppers.

    Tuna with spicy mustard.

    Tuna with Frank's Hot Sauce

    Tuna with cucumber, onions and cherry tomatoes
  • xxnellie146xx
    xxnellie146xx Posts: 996 Member
    Tuna, fat free cottage cheese, red pepper flakes, frank's red hot, little black pepper. Yummy and lots of protein!
  • HacheraTsarine
    HacheraTsarine Posts: 278 Member
    Tuna Creamy Sauce for Pasta :

    1 can of tuna
    ½ cup of plain greek yogurt
    Dijon (to taste...I use 1-2 tablespoons)

    Mix, chill, serve it over a cup of pasta (add veggies as a side dish if you like)
    Easy, breezy stuff
  • LB2812
    LB2812 Posts: 158 Member
    My tuna is pretty basic: tuna, mayo, salt & pepper, pickles, tomatos & cheese... but my favorite part is adding avocado - YUM :) (and I either skip or use much less of the mayo & cheese then)
  • SailorSarah311
    SailorSarah311 Posts: 172 Member
    I like to mix it with the plain 0% Fage Greek Yogurt. It gives it the creaminess like mayo, but is a bit healthier. I also add one boiled egg white, a bit of raw onion, celery, tsp mustard, and a dash of sriracha.
  • Eat2Live2Run
    Eat2Live2Run Posts: 137 Member
    My go-to tuna recipe is similar to yours with the capers. I usually do: 1 can tuna, 2 tbsp homemade mayo, 1 tbsp spicy brown mustard and some capers. I'm kind of picky about my tuna, there is only one brand that I've found that I like which is at Costco, the Wild Planet brand. All the others I've tried are watery to me, even when drained ... I prefer the flaky drier stuff. Any suggestions of a typical grocery store brand that might be similar for times I can't get to Costco?
  • jwdieter
    jwdieter Posts: 2,582 Member
    Had albacore loin steak and eggs this morning. Nice change of pace.
  • khannickwechanged
    khannickwechanged Posts: 77 Member
    I always add honey mustard (instead of mayo) and sweet relish, then either make a sandwich or eat it on crackers. Yum!

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