Albacore Tuna Spread

Elevate your snack or appetizer game with this creamy and flavorful Albacore Tuna Spread. Made with premium canned albacore tuna, softened cream cheese, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this recipe combines simplicity with sophistication. Dijon mustard and a blend of seasonings, including garlic and onion powders, add depth, while fresh parsley delivers a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 10 minutes and no cooking required, this versatile spread pairs perfectly with crackers, crusty bread, or crisp vegetable sticks. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a delicious midday bite, this chilled tuna spread is a quick, protein-packed crowd-pleaser you'll keep coming back to.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) Albacore tuna (canned, drained)
• 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
• 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained albacore tuna. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.

Step 2

Add the softened cream cheese to the bowl and mix it with the tuna until well combined.

Step 3

Stir in the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, ensuring the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 5

Gently fold in the chopped parsley for a fresh burst of flavor.

Step 6

Taste the spread and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 7

Transfer the tuna spread to a serving dish or storage container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 8

Serve the Albacore Tuna Spread chilled with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh vegetable sticks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(348.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1126.3

Total Fat 104.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 304.4mg	0%
Sodium 1719.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 28.9g	0%

Vitamin D 33.4IU	0%
Calcium 263.9mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 523.5mg	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: 81.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 8.4%