When I was a kid, I just did not get the appeal ofcanned tuna.

I had a friend that would eat it straight from the can, which baffled me.

You just have to know how to use it.

Tuna casserole with zoodles from overhead.

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These 11 recipes are all excellent examples of just how versatile canned tuna can be.

Tuna salad not included.

Thezoodlesreally kick things up a notch.

Bowl of pasta with tuna and olives.

Avocado Tuna CakesfromWell Plated

Forget crab cakestuna cakes are where it’s at.

Serve them between two buns, wrapped up in lettuce, or just by themselves.

Warm Avocado Tuna BoatsfromPrimavera Kitchen

It really doesn’t get much better than these oven-toasted avocado boats.

Tuna casserole with zoodles from overhead.

Stuffed with mozzarella cheese and tuna meat, they’re cheesy, delicious, and pretty high in protein.

This version, which uses canned tuna and tastes great, is just what you need.

Spicy Tuna WrapsfromAmbitious Kitchen

Add this spicy number to your lunchtime repertoire ASAP.

Plate with a stack of tuna cakes.

Especially this tuna version.

Broccoli and Avocado Tuna BowlfromEating Bird Food

Thisgrain bowlcomes together quickly and is so hearty.

Perfect when you’re hangry and need food fast.

Stuffed avocado boats from overhead.

Pok bowl filled with colorful veggies.

Tray of nachos from overhead.

Healthier Tuna Salad Avocado Boat

Unwrapped wraps from overhead.

Stuffed zucchini boats from overhead.

Lettuce wraps from overhead.

Bowl of tuna rice broccoli.