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Quick Tuna and Pinto Bean Stew
A fast, pantry-friendly tuna and bean stew you can make in one pot in under 30 minutes.
Why this recipe works
This quick stew uses common pantry staples: tomato soup, canned beans, green beans, and tuna. It’s ideal for weeknights or when you want a filling meal with minimal prep.
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Key takeaways
One-pot meal that reduces cleanup.
Budget-friendly with pantry staples.
Ready in about 25 minutes.
Recipe guide
This quick stew uses common pantry staples: tomato soup, canned beans, green beans, and tuna. It’s ideal for weeknights or when you want a filling meal with minimal prep.
A hearty, pantry-friendly one-pot dinner in minutes.
- One-pot meal that reduces cleanup.
- Budget-friendly with pantry staples.
- Ready in about 25 minutes.
What this recipe is
A simple, scalable one-pot stew using tuna, pinto beans, and tomato soup. It’s budget-friendly, convenient for busy nights, and suitable for all ages.
How to customize
Swap in different beans or greens, adjust seasoning, or add hot sauce for heat. Keep canned tuna for protein and serve with bread or rice.
Make-ahead and storage
Store leftovers in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat gently in a pot and adjust seasonings if needed.
Ingredients
- 1 can tomato soup (10 oz)
- 1 can pinto beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 can cut green beans (14.5 oz), drained
- 1 can canned tuna (5 oz), drained
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
- Add tomato soup and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in pinto beans and drained green beans.
- Season with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Cover and simmer 5 minutes to heat beans through and meld flavors.
- Flake tuna with a fork and gently fold into the stew.
- Simmer 2–3 more minutes to warm the tuna without breaking it up too much.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, optionally with crusty bread or rice.
FAQs
Can I use other beans instead of pinto beans?
Yes. Use white beans or black beans in place of pinto beans; adjust cooking time if needed.
Is this suitable for freezer storage?
Best prepared fresh; freezing may alter texture of beans and tuna. If freezing, use within 1 month and thaw before reheating.
Can I skip the tuna?
Yes. Omit tuna for a vegetarian version; add 1–2 additional cans of beans or chickpeas for protein.