All of these recipes start with a simple can of tuna and end with a satisfying lunch that’s perfect for enjoying during your lunch break or preparing ahead for the week. From simple salads like our Everything Bagel Tuna Salad to filling handhelds like our Tuna & White Bean Salad Lettuce Wraps, these meals make it easy to enjoy a satisfying lunch packed with flavor.

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Everything Bagel Tuna Salad

This Everything Bagel Tuna Salad gives the classic lunchtime favorite a flavorful upgrade. A mix of mayonnaise and Greek-style yogurt keeps it creamy yet balanced, while Dijon mustard and lemon juice add brightness. Capers and everything bagel seasoning bring a salty, savory punch that pairs perfectly with flaky tuna. Enjoy it on toast, piled onto greens or tucked into a sandwich for an easy, protein-packed meal.

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Tuna, White Bean & Dill Salad

Take canned tuna to new heights by adding creamy cannellini beans, fresh dill and a tangy Dijon dressing.

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The Best Tuna Salad Recipe for Sandwiches

The tuna salad in this easy recipe has crunch from the celery and apple, which also delivers a hint of sweetness. We use Greek-style yogurt in place of mayonnaise to bind everything together and to add a tangy, creamy finish.

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Green Bean & Tuna Salad

This bright green bean and tuna salad is a quick, protein-packed entree that comes together in just 25 minutes. Crisp green beans, flaky tuna and fresh herbs are tossed in a tangy Dijon vinaigrette, while peperoncini add a briny pop of flavor. Serve it on its own for a light dinner or with crusty bread for a more filling meal.

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Tuna & White Bean Salad Lettuce Wraps Are a Mediterranean Diet-Friendly Lunch

These tuna and white bean salad lettuce wraps are a fresh, no-cook entree that comes together quickly. Creamy mashed white beans and yogurt add body and protein, while chili crisp and lime juice bring brightness and a subtle kick. Wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves, this light yet satisfying dish is perfect for lunch or a quick weeknight dinner.

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Green Goddess Tuna Salad

Canned tuna makes this recipe convenient and pantry-friendly while also offering an impressive punch of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon, sardines or mackerel would work just as well in this quick recipe. Use the remaining herb sauce as a dressing for salads or grain bowls, as a spread on sandwiches or as a dip for vegetables. This recipe is easily doubled to make a big batch to meal-prep for the week. Serve on bread, in a wrap, over a bed of greens or scooped up with your favorite chips, crackers or cucumber slices.

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Avocado Tuna Spinach Salad

Avocado adds creaminess while sunflower seeds provide texture and crunch in this easy tuna-spinach salad.

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Pickled Tuna Salad

This pickled tuna salad gets its flavor from chopped dill pickles and uses the pickle brine to enhance the flavor. Serve it on a slice of toasted whole-wheat bread, on crackers or with crisp veggies for an easy snack.

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Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad

This lemon-dill tuna salad packs plenty of protein and gets a boost of flavor from sumac, a spice used in Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and North African cooking that adds a citrusy touch, enhancing the lemon flavor without overshadowing the other ingredients. Serve this between two pieces of whole-wheat bread as a sandwich, or by itself with tender Bibb lettuce or crunchy celery sticks.

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Avocado Tuna Salad

Jazz up a can of tuna with this easy avocado tuna salad recipe. Silky avocado adds creaminess, cut with a hit of acidity from lemon and a briny punch from feta cheese. Romaine hearts and cucumber offer refreshing crunch.

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Tuna Macaroni Salad

This simple tuna and macaroni salad is easy to pack and enjoy for work or school. The celery and bell pepper add a refreshing crisp crunch while the dressing—packed with flavor from dill, Dijon and lemon juice—complements the tuna.

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Tuna Salad & Tomato Sandwich

This classic deli-style tuna sandwich is packed with protein and topped with a juicy slice of fresh tomato. This recipe makes one sandwich, but you can easily double or quadruple the recipe to make more. Sweet pickle relish adds a contrast of flavors to the mix, but if you prefer something less sweet, dill pickle relish can be used in its place.

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