Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for canned tuna
Best swap for canned tuna: Canned salmon, 1:1; richer flavor, slightly more oily; drain well.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of Canned Tuna?
The best swap for Canned Tuna is Canned Salmon, 1:1; richer flavor, slightly more oily; drain well. Another option is Canned Sardines, 1:1; stronger flavor; works in pasta, salads. The table below also lists Canned Chickpeas, 3 swaps in all.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Canned salmon | 1:1; richer flavor, slightly more oily; drain well |
| Canned sardines | 1:1; stronger flavor; works in pasta, salads |
| Canned chickpeas | 1:1 drained; plant-based swap; mash slightly; no fish flavor |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
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