Luckily for you, there is a range of plant-based alternatives, which are incredibly easy to make, that you can include in your next meals.
Here, the textures of flavors of tuna can be mimicked using vegan-friendly ingredients.
Whether you’re craving some tuna pasta or a tuna sandwich, then don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with 14 of the best vegan tuna recipes to try today.
If you’re looking for the perfect on-the-go lunch then you’re going to love this vegan chickpea tuna salad sandwich – it brings out all the nostalgic feelings of brown paper bag school lunches!
This recipe contains all the flavors you know and love from a traditional tuna sandwich, such as mayo and sliced celery, however, you’ll also find other flavors that will make your taste buds jump with joy.
This includes Old Bay seasoning, briny capers, fresh herbs, pungent red onions, and some chopped pickles for some added crunch and tang.
While this recipe calls for a sandwich filling, you can serve this recipe however you please.
Whether you’re serving it on a bed of green, spread onto some cucumber slices, or piled atop a pitted avocado – there are many different ways you can enjoy this recipe.
For minimal effort and maximum taste, this vegan chickpea tuna sandwich is going to become your next go-to recipe.
Requiring no cooking skills whatsoever, this is the perfect recipe for students or busy workers looking to create a filling and delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Made with lemon, mashed chickpeas, onion, tahini, and a sprinkling of salt and pepper.
It is so simple to whip up and you’ll get those nostalgic feelings of when you were a teenager enjoying your favorite tuna sandwiches.
This sandwich consists of everything you could possibly want between two slices of bread: it’s healthy, easy, sustainable, and delicious!
Of course, while it’s not going to taste exactly like tuna, it will provide you with a similar fullness and mouth-watering feeling that you get from its predecessor.
And with the added nori sheets or flakes, you’ll feel like you’re under the sea.
The beauty of this mock vegan ‘tuna’ recipe is that it can be served in a variety of ways.
Whether you’re eating it on its own, served in whole-grain bread for a hearty sandwich, scooped onto a bed of lettuce, eaten with some cracker or pita chip, or even used as a dip for your favorite veggies – whichever method works best for you!
This is a simple, yet effective, recipe that will transform your bland white beans into a mouth-watering experience.
For this vegan tuna salad recipe, all you need are a few simple ingredients – most of which are probably lying around in your pantry – and one secret ingredient to bring the whole thing together.
It brings the simplicity and the classicism of the traditional tuna sandwich recipe into a more sustainable and ethically compassionate dish.
This fresh sauerkraut, sunflower seed, and cashew ‘tuna’ fish recipe is rich in probiotics, the perfect substitute for the classic tuna sandwich – with a taste we know you’ll appreciate.
The ‘tuna’ is made with sunflower seeds, sauerkraut, seaweed, cashews, and all other vegan ingredients you’d find in a typical tuna sandwich.
The combination of vinegary sauerkraut and the fishy seaweed so perfectly together to create the perfect mock tuna sandwich.
This luxurious ‘fish’ pie combines banana blossom, king oyster mushrooms, and smoked tofu all within a creamy sauce to create a show-stopping dish that is completely gluten-free, fish-free, and dairy-free.
While it may be called a fish pie, it definitely does not contain any fish whatsoever. This recipe is a fun twist on the classic and will provide you with the same comforting flavors you know and love.
So, whether you are a new vegan looking to re-create a classic recipe or looking for new recipes to try out, then you should definitely give this one a try!
Delicious, comforting, and nostalgic, this Vegan Tuna Casserole is a healthy twist on your favorite family meals.
Simply made with delicious noodles, onions, peas, cheesy sauce, garlic, breadcrumbs, and celery, you’ll have this meal whipped up in approximately 30 minutes.
The typical recipe calls for canned tuna, cheese, egg noodles, potato chips or fried onions, and eggs, this classic recipe isn’t something that can be called sugar healthy, let alone vegan-friendly!
So, if you find yourself craving the traditional tuna casserole, but don’t want to worry about increasing your waistband, then try this recipe for size!
This recipe is the real deal! Spicy Vegan Tomato Tuna works perfectly with poke bowls, rice bowls, onigiri, crispy rice, and onigiri.
The beauty of this recipe is that it is completely versatile, add it to whatever recipe to add delicious hints of tomato flavoring.
Whether you decide to layer it over a bed of fresh rice for a spicy tuna bowl, top it on maki sushi or hand rolls, or even add it to crispy rice – whatever method you choose is sure to taste delicious.
Here, we present you with the perfect soup companion: vegan ‘tuna’ melt!
Enjoy the classic tuna melt sandwich without the guilt of eating animals. It’s a classic, cheesy, creamy, and comforting dish that is filled with fiber-packed chickpeas!
With only 9 ingredients and 30 minutes of your time, you’ll have this meal whipped up in no time – just in time for lunch!
For this recipe, cannellini beans are combined with light curry and subtle hints of seaweed to create these utterly delicious vegan ‘tuna’ patties.
The perfect combination of crispy on the outside, yet moist and tender on the inside, you don’t have to worry about these patties falling apart!
Whether you’re serving them in a bun, in a wrap, or alongside a salad – these perfectly spiced patties will add the perfect flair to a meal.
The beauty of this recipe is that you can prep the patties beforehand and then place them into the freezer until you’re ready to use them – perfect for those midweek meals.
Final Thoughts
Enjoy all the classic vegan tuna recipes without any guilt feeling with these vegan tuna recipes!
Not only are they incredibly delicious, but they are packed with nutritious fiber and protein – what’s there not to love?
From patties to sandwiches to casseroles, hopefully, this guide has provided you with some vegan tuna inspiration for your next meal – no need to harm animals to enjoy your favorite meals!
Hi, my name is Kimberly Kidd and I love to cook and eat delicious, nutritious meals featuring natural, organic plants.
Since my sister introduced me to vegan cooking four years ago, I have discovered so many delicious alternatives to the traditional meaty meals I used to eat.
Today I enjoy trying and making my own vegan-friendly alternatives. If my sister can do it, then so can I (and you can, too). It is easier than you may think, promise!
