Tuna Loaf is a variant of the classic meatloaf, perfect for the summer season. It's synonymous with light dinners and fresh flavors. This dish is exceptionally light as it contains no added fats during cooking. You can even prepare it the day before and store it in the refrigerator for convenience.
Ingredients for Tuna meatloaf:
You can find all the ingredient for this recipe at Cozy Farm.
- 2 cans (12 ounces each) of Genova - Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil, drained
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions for a juicy tuna loaf:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and set it aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, onion, minced garlic, eggs, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and milk. Mix well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix again to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Transfer the tuna mixture into the greased loaf pan, and press it down to form an even loaf shape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the loaf is cooked through.
- Remove the tuna loaf from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve slices of Tuna Loaf with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!
