The humble tin of tuna can be used in a variety of ways

Tinned Tuna

  1. Spread on toast and grate low-fat cheese over it. Grill for a delicious, high-protein snack.

  2. Add to freshly-boiled pasta with a dash of tomato purée for a meal prepared in under 15 minutes.

  3. Mix with boiled egg, spring onion and mayonnaise as a filling for warmed pitta bread.

  4. Serve tuna up with sliced cucumber, tomato, raw spinach and mixed leaves for a simple salad that is rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

  5. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over tuna that has been mixed with chopped peppers and a spoonful of sweetcorn. Roll the tuna mixture into a warm tortilla.

  6. Mash with Greek yogurt and some mayonnaise for the perfect filling for your jacket potato.

Tuna facts
• Canned tuna is low in fat and rich in vitamins and minerals.
• It’s so high in protein that six ounces contains a third of your daily recommended intake.
• It’s very low in calories.