Aimee's Creamed Tuna Luncheon

Take a nostalgic journey with Aimee's Creamed Tuna Luncheon, a comforting and budget-friendly meal perfect for quick weeknight dinners or leisurely weekend lunches. This creamy, velvety sauce starts with a buttery roux that’s whisked to perfection, then enriched with milk to create the ultimate base. Generously seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper, it’s loaded with tender pieces of flaky canned tuna and vibrant green peas for a pop of color and nutrition. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish can be served over toast, fluffy rice, or tender noodles, making it an adaptable classic that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Perfect for families and tuna lovers alike, this recipe is a timeless way to transform pantry staples into a wholesome, hearty meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 12 ounces canned tuna
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 servings toast, rice, or cooked noodles

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour to form a smooth roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 3

Slowly whisk in the milk, a little at a time, to form a smooth, creamy mixture. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Drain the canned tuna and flake it into the sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the frozen peas to the sauce and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until the peas are heated through.

Step 7

Taste the creamed tuna and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the creamed tuna hot over toast, cooked rice, or noodles for a delicious and hearty meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1176.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1495.0

Total Fat 53.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 262.7mg	0%
Sodium 3187.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.2g
Protein 127.7g	0%

Vitamin D 493.6IU	0%
Calcium 784.4mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2261.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 34.4%

Carbs: 33.5%