tuna substitute
in pasta.

Tuna is the main protein in this Pasta, contributing delicate flavor and flaky texture. Substitutes should match its firmness and cooking time.

top substitutes

01

Shrimp

10.0best for pasta
1 lb : 1 lb

Firm texture; works in stir-fries and salads

02

Salmon

10.0best for pasta
1 lb : 1 lb

Rich fish, works fresh or canned

03

Swordfish Fish

10.0best for pasta
1:1

Dense meaty steak fish; grill or broil thick-cut, very similar texture and mild flavor

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04

Mackerel Fish

10.0
1 can : 1 can

Oily and rich like tuna; swap canned mackerel into salads and melts

05

Sardine Fish

10.0
1 can : 1 can

Stronger oily flavor; mash into tuna-salad style sandwiches or pasta

06

Whitefish Fish

10.0
1 can : 1 can

Smoked whitefish salad mimics canned tuna salad; flake and dress with mayo

07

Trout Fish

10.0
1 can : 1 can

Canned or smoked trout flakes like tuna; milder pink flesh for sandwiches

08

Tofu

3.3
14 oz : 12 oz

Crumble for tuna salad texture

09

Chickpeas

3.3
1 1/2 cup : 1 cup

Mashed chickpea salad instead of tuna

10

Tempeh

3.3
1 cup : 1 cup

Crumble and season for vegan tuna filling

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