A Few Canned Tuna Recipes

Tuna fish is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids while still being low in fat. This makes it a great food for many people, even a family on a budget. Of course, it can be enjoyed straight out of the can, but there are a lot of really great canned tuna recipes. These recipes are easy, quick and only involve a few ingredients.

Two popular sandwiches are the melt and tuna fish salad. For the melt simply mix the fish with a bit of mayo and mustard, put on a slice of bread, and top with cheese and another slice of bread. Cook in a pan over medium heat until the cheese is melted. There are many versions of Tuna fish salad, but the basic recipe is mayo, relish, and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Customize with different herbs and spices for a tasty sandwich.

Noodle casserole can be made with ingredients found in almost any kitchen. Cook two cups of egg noodles according to directions and combine with two cans of tuna, one can of cream of mushroom soup, and a small bag of frozen peas. Pour into a glass casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes. Top with breadcrumbs during the last ten minutes of cooking if desired.

Any easy and fun appetizer or party snack is pico de tuna. This is one can combined with chopped onions, cilantro, and tomatoes, plus jalapeno peppers and salt and pepper to taste. Make at least a few hours in advance to allow the flavors to completely combine. Serve with tortilla or pita chips. It can even be spread on top of tacos or burritos for an extra kick.

The internet is a great resource for an almost unlimited source of all kinds of easy fish recipes. Check out websites like allrecipes.com or cooks.com for more information.