Tuna Fish Wiggle

Get ready to savor a nostalgic classic with this comforting Tuna Fish Wiggle recipe! Combining tender flakes of canned tuna and sweet, vibrant peas in a velvety homemade white sauce, this quick and easy dish is the perfect answer to busy weeknight dinners or cozy lunches. Crafted in just 20 minutes, it features a creamy roux-based sauce made with pantry staples like butter, flour, and milk, seasoned to perfection with a hint of salt and pepper. Served piping hot over golden slices of toast or paired with crisp crackers for scooping, this hearty, budget-friendly recipe is as satisfying as it is versatile. Ideal for feeding a family or indulging in some simple, old-fashioned comfort food, Tuna Fish Wiggle is sure to become a favorite in your mealtime rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 5-ounce cans canned tuna, drained
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
6 slices or servings toast or crackers

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux. It should become a smooth paste.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps, and cook until the mixture thickens to the consistency of a creamy sauce (about 5-7 minutes).

Step 4

Stir in the salt and ground black pepper to season the white sauce.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and gently fold in the drained tuna and thawed peas. Stir until evenly combined and warmed through (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 6

Serve the tuna wiggle hot over slices of toast or with crackers on the side.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1241.1 grams (1241.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1751

Total Fat 65.90g	84%
Saturated Fat 33.60g	168%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 283mg	94%
Sodium 3663mg	159%
Total Carbohydrate 165.80g	60%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 41.50g
Protein 121.00g	242%

Vitamin D 983IU	4917%
Calcium 827mg	64%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 2153mg	46%

*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: 34.1%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 38.1%