Best 6 Quick Easy Rice Tuna Dish Recipes

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In the culinary world, convenience and taste often go hand in hand. This is especially true when it comes to busy individuals who crave quick and easy meals without compromising on flavor. Rice and tuna, two versatile ingredients often found in pantries, are the perfect foundation for a dish that meets these criteria. Whether you're a student rushing between classes, a working professional juggling multiple responsibilities, or simply someone seeking a hassle-free meal, this article will guide you through the art of creating a quick and easy rice tuna dish that tantalizes your taste buds and satisfies your hunger in no time.

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CREAMY TUNA RICE



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Make this Creamy Tuna Rice recipe on the stove top for a quick and easy dish of deliciousness. This tasty Creamy Tuna Rice is ready to serve in just fifteen minutes. Everyone at your table will love this easy, comforting dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1/2 cup milk
2 cans (6 oz.) tuna, drained, flaked
1-1/2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
2 Tbsp. parsley flakes
6 oz. VELVEETA, cut up

Steps:

  • Pour water and milk into medium saucepan. Bring to boil on medium heat.
  • Add tuna, rice and parsley; mix well. Cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in VELVEETA until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 910 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.9503 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 27 g

QUICK & EASY RICE & TUNA DISH



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Make and share this Quick & Easy Rice & Tuna Dish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by William G. Crandell

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon butter
1 bag rice (assorted flavors)
2 cans drained tuna
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Cook with lid off.
  • Pour water into pan and add butter.
  • Heat on high until water comes to a boil.
  • Then, add rice, assorted pepper, and cook on low heat until rice softens.
  • Add tuna after rice softens and most water is absorbed.
  • Keep an eye on the rice to tell when it is done Cool and serve.
  • Great left over lunch.

TUNA RICE BAKE



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Tuna is one of my favourite foods and one of my favourite dishes is a cheesy tuna bake. This is a lighter version of that so go ahead and indulge! Yum!

Provided by Chelsea_

Categories     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 onion, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1/4 cup grated cheese
425 g canned tuna, drained and flaked
salt
pepper
2 cups cooked long-grain rice
chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan. Add garlic, onion and celery. Cook until onion is clear.
  • Stir in flour and cook until frothy. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until mixture boils and thickens.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add eggs and cheese, beating until well combined.
  • Stir in tuna.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Combine tuna sauce and rice.
  • Pour mixture into a greased ovenproof dish.
  • Cook at 180C for 20 minutes or until golden.
  • Garnish with parsley. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 178.7, Sodium 592.4, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 34.5

TUNA MAYO RICE BOWL



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This homey dish takes comforting canned tuna to richer, silkier heights. Mayonnaise helps to hold the tuna together and toasted sesame oil lends incomparable nuttiness. You can adjust the seasonings to your taste: Use as much or as little soy sauce as you'd like for a savory accent. You can lean into the nuttiness of this rice bowl by sowing the top with toasted sesame seeds, or amp up the savoriness with furikake or scallions. A staple of home cooking in Hawaii and South Korea (where it is sometimes called deopbap), this simple meal is a workday workhorse.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, grains and rice, seafood, main course

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (5-ounce) can tuna (preferably any variety stored in oil), well drained
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1 cup cooked white rice (preferably short- or medium-grain)
Toasted white or black sesame seeds, furikake or chopped scallions, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir the tuna, mayonnaise, sesame oil and soy sauce to combine.
  • Add the white rice to a bowl and spoon the tuna mixture on top. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds, furikake or scallions, if using.

TUNA AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This is a recipe I made combining two different casserole recipes I already had. I usually serve this tuna and rice casserole as a main dish with a side of salad.

Provided by Nico Albatross

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 1h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
1 ½ cups milk
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 ¼ cups uncooked rice
½ cup chopped celery
⅓ cup diced onion
⅓ cup diced bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine milk, both soups, tuna, rice, celery, onion, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, parsley, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl and mix until well incorporated. Pour into the prepared dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until rice is tender, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 834.6 mg

MOM'S EASY TUNA CASSEROLE WITH RICE



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I grew up with a macaroni-based tuna casserole. My mother-in-law introduced me to this one with rice and I've used it ever since. The Tabasco® sauce and green chile peppers gives it an extra pop of flavor.

Provided by notmyforte

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ⅓ cups uncooked instant rice
1 pinch dried oregano, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
1 medium onion, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chile peppers, undrained
¾ cup water, or as needed
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ⅔ cups milk
3 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or more to taste
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch ground paprika, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread rice in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Layer tuna over top, then diced onion.
  • Drain tomato juice into a 2-cup liquid measure. Add enough water to reach 1 1/3 cups liquid. Layer 3/4 of the diced tomatoes over the onion, then pour the tomato juice-water mixture over top. Save remaining tomatoes.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir flour into milk in a liquid measure. Pour milk mixture into the skillet and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add hot pepper sauce and season with salt and pepper. Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • Pour cheese sauce over the casserole. Garnish with extra tomatoes and paprika.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Carbohydrate 40.8 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 711.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right rice: Different types of rice have different cooking times and textures. For this recipe, a medium-grain rice like jasmine or basmati is a good choice.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking: Rinsing the rice removes excess starch, which helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
  • Use the right amount of water: The general rule of thumb is to use 1 1/2 cups of water for every cup of rice.
  • Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice: This helps to prevent the rice from clumping together.
  • Reduce the heat to low once the water is boiling: This will help the rice to cook evenly and prevent it from burning.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving: This helps to separate the grains of rice and make it light and fluffy.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: This recipe is basic, but you can add your favorite seasonings to taste. Some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Conclusion:

This rice and tuna dish is a quick, easy, and affordable meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and tuna. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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