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Enjoy 28 recipes using tinned fish from talented food bloggers around the world! From a simple burger to salads and pasta, these recipes will not disappoint! No wonder it's trending!
Since the pandemic, there has been a surge in canned fish. And for good reason! It is convenient, economical, and yes, nutritious! In this post, I will share ways to use it, popular recipes, and nutrition benefits!
Tinned Fish: Why and Where to Buy It!
These pantry staples aren't only the well-known brands we see at our local stores. Canned products from Europe, like Italy and Portugal, are hitting store shelves. The smaller brand name is also likely a sustainable option versus the mass market types. To read more about product reviews Serious Eats has an amazing and thorough article!
Tinned fish has so many health benefits too! Most canned (like tuna, salmon, sardines, and anchovies) are packed with omega 3 and 6's, iron, B12, vitamin D, and even choline. Keeping the bones in some versions, like salmon and sardines also provides calcium!
Tuna:
Quick Healthy Tuna Burgers - Neils Healthy Meals
Quick healthy tuna burgers are easy to make and a real time saver. This is a delicious recipe made with canned tuna and minimal ingredients.
Photo credit: Neil Lockier of Neils Healthy Meals
Ultimate Tuna Melt Wrap | Somebody Feed Seb
If you’re stuck in a rut with your lunch meals, look no further! Here’s a recipe for an ultimate Tuna Melt Wrap that’ll blow your socks off!
Photo credit: Ieva Greber of Somebody Feed Seb
Pasta Salad Recipe With Beans And Tuna - Healthy Hearty Wholesome
- Pasta Salad Recipe With Beans And Tuna - This pasta salad recipe with mixed beans and tuna is a healthy recipe for weight loss
Photo credit: Ashley Sarah Bussey of Healthy Hearty Wholesome
Italian Tuna + Green Bean Salad
This recipe for Italian Tuna and Green Bean Salad is incredibly simple to make. It only has 7 basic ingredients and makes a tasty and healthy meal!
Photo credit: Nicole Gaffney of Coley Cooks
EASY Canned Tuna Fried Rice (30 min) - Greedy Girl Gourmet
This easy Canned Tuna Fried Rice recipe is simple, nutritious, and delicious. Done in 30 min, it’s a great pantry meal + quick dinner.
Photo credit: Zhou Zhenru of Greedy Girl Gourmet
Spicy Tuna Rolls
These fiery Spicy Tuna Rolls have a real kick of flavour to them. A super easy sushi roll made with store cupboard ingredients and easy to adapt.
Photo credit: Dannii Martin of Hungry Healthy Happy
Sushi Bake (with Canned Tuna) - Greedy Girl Gourmet
An easy Asian casserole, made with easy to get ingredients, that is rich and creamy. Enjoy sushi without having to learn how to roll it!
Photo credit: Zhou Zhenru of Greedy Girl Gourmet
Ensalada De Atun (Mexican Tuna Salad)
ThisEnsalada De Atunis the perfect combo of tuna, mayo, lemon juice, crunchy celery, and vegetables plus a little kick from jalapeño juice!
Photo credit: Muy Delish
Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole | Two Pink Peonies
This old fashioned tuna casserole is an easy comfort meal to make. This easy recipe uses common pantry items.
Photo credit: Audrey Wood of Two Pink Peonies
Italian Canned Tuna Meat Loaf Recipe
This Tuna Meat Loaf is one of my backup recipe as itcan be made ahead of time and is served cold. Ready in the fridge for busy days.
Photo credit: Laura Tobin of Your. Guardian Chef
Easy Croquetas De Atún (Tuna Croquettes) | by Muy Delish
DeliciousCroquetas De Atún (Tuna Croquettes)in less than 35 minutes! Tuna mixed with potato & covered with a crispy layer of bread crumb.
Photo credit: Muy Delish
Tuna Spaghetti
Make the use of store cupboard staples and whip up this tasty week night meal in under 15 minutes. This Spicy Tuna Spaghetti is easily adaptable too.
Photo credit: Dannii Martin of Hungry Healthy Happy
Tuna Cakes
Stop searching – This isthe bestand lastTuna Cakesrecipe you’ll ever need.Only 8 ingredients and 30
Photo credit: Kaeliegh Pugliese of Living Chirpy
Salmon:
Salmon Potato Salad
Potato salad has a special place in our hearts because it’s like a comforting hug on a plate. First off, it’s super versatile, you can make it your own with your favourite ingredients. Plus, those
Photo credit: Cara Boatswain
Spicy Salmon Salad
This salad is full of flavor and has lots of protein. It comes together quickly thanks to canned salmon and pre washed salad greens. A perfect fast weeknight dinner that is light and nutritious.
Photo credit: Mandi Carringer of Mandi of the Mountains
Canned Salmon Salad No Mayo (Keto, Low Carb, Paleo, Whole30)
Try my no mayo keto salmon salad for a healthy lunch with 331 calories, 11.2 grams net carbs! It’s Paleo, Whole30, low carb, and gluten free! #healthyrecipes #keto #lowcarb #paleo #whole30 #glutenfree
Photo credit: Summer Yule
Salmon and Potato Patties
These salmon and potato patties use potatoes as a filler rather than bread or cracker crumbs. This simple change makes them so soft and delicious. They are budget friendly and quick to put together, so
Photo credit: Carlee Scharnhorst of Cooking with Carlee
The BEST Canned Salmon Mediterranean Salad - Easy!
The Best Canned Salmon Mediterranean Salad is a family favorite! Full of freshly chopped vegetables and a creamy dill lemon mayonnaise dressing. This colorful, healthful salmon salad is a perfect meal prep recipe. Recipes like this, with all the fresh veggies you can meal prep, making healthy eating much more accessible. You can make a large bowl of this delicious Mediterranean salad on Sunday and have lunch ready for several days.
Photo credit: Delectable Food Life
Delicious Citrusy Kale and Salmon salad
A flavorful and delicious raw kale salad with fennel, parsley, mozzarella cheese, wild-caught salmon and tossed in olive oil, lemon, and orange juice dressing—a delicious lunch or light dinner idea!
Photo credit: My Chefs Apron
For more tinned fish salmon recipes, you may like my Harissa Salmon Burgers and Salmon Vegetable Frittata!
Mackerel:
Tinned Mackerel Fish Cakes with Capers
Tinned mackerel fish cakes loaded with parsley & capers and a crisp breadcrumb coating go a long way to prove that canned fish isn’t rubbish!
Photo credit: Brian Jones
Sardines:
Sardine Pasta Bolognese with Red Wine
Sardine pasta with a nod to a rich Bolognese sauce made with red wine, sun-dried and fresh tomatoes and my favourite cheaper canned fish.
Photo credit: Brian Jones
Brunch Bagel with Sardines
This brunch bagel is smothered with whipped cream cheese, then topped with crisp veggies and King Oscar’s top-notch brisling Sardines. Healthy, wholesome, and delectable!
Photo credit: Dana Sandonato of Killing Thyme
Crispy Fish Croquettes
These golden crispy fish croquettes are the perfect holiday appetizer. Serve them with a tangy mustard sauce for a little extra oomph!
Photo credit: Dana Sandonato of Killing Thyme
Anchovies:
Anchovy Pasta Recipe from Naples
Super easy to make, this Neapolitan anchovy pasta recipe is a delicious midnight pasta. Also known as Totò’s pasta or alla Gennaro in Naples.
Photo credit: Jacqui DeBono of The Pasta Project
Pasta with Tomato Anchovy Butter Sauce
Two quick, easy and delicious pasta recipes that are so full of flavor. Choose from pasta with capers or pasta with anchovies.
Photo credit: Melissa Mastrianni-Oleary of Keeping it Simple Blog
Anchovy Garlic Spread For Bread
A uniquely homemade anchovy garlic bread spread that’s perfect for bread or toast! Made with a secret “umami” ingredient that no one will know about!
Photo credit: Aleka Shunk of Aleka's Get Together
Brussels Sprouts with Anchovy Caper Butter
This is one of my all time favorite recipe for brussels sprouts. Salty anchovy caper butter is the perfect match for roasted, caramelized sprouts.
Photo credit: Nicole Gaffney of Coley Cooks
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