Cheese Ball with Tuna
Transform your next appetizer spread with this irresistibly creamy and savory Cheese Ball with Tuna! This easy-to-make crowd-pleaser combines the mild, oceanic flavor of canned tuna with the tang of cream cheese, the sharpness of shredded cheddar, and a burst of freshness from sliced green onions. Enhanced with a touch of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper, the mixture is then rolled in crushed nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds, creating a satisfying crunchy coating. Perfectly chilled and served with crackers or veggie sticks, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or last-minute entertaining. With its blend of textures, layers of flavor, and stress-free preparation, this Cheese Ball with Tuna is guaranteed to be the star of your snack table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, optional)
- 0.75 cup crushed nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- 1 package crackers or vegetable sticks (for serving)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna completely and place it in a mixing bowl. Flake it with a fork to break up large pieces.
Add the cream cheese (softened to room temperature), shredded cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper to the bowl.
Thinly slice the green onions and, if using, chop the parsley. Add both to the bowl with the rest of the ingredients.
Using a spatula or clean hands, thoroughly mix the ingredients until well combined and smooth.
Shape the mixture into a ball with your hands. You can use plastic wrap to help form and smooth the ball if needed.
Spread the crushed nuts onto a plate. Roll the cheese ball in the nuts until the surface is evenly coated on all sides.
Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up and for the flavors to meld.
Serve the cheese ball on a platter with crackers or vegetable sticks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.0 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.1 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 1880 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 71.9 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1174 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1025 mg | 22% | |
*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.
