Dairy-Free Creamy Tuna Spread
Elevate your snacking or lunch game with this Dairy-Free Creamy Tuna Spread, a delightful blend of savory and tangy flavors that’s both satisfying and allergy-friendly. Made with protein-packed canned tuna, creamy dairy-free mayo, and a zesty splash of Dijon mustard and fresh lemon juice, this recipe caters to lactose-free diets without sacrificing indulgence. Finely chopped dill pickles, red onion, and celery add irresistible crunch, while fresh dill and garlic powder enhance the flavor profile, creating a spread that’s rich, refreshing, and perfectly seasoned. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile tuna spread is ideal for pairing with gluten-free crackers, fresh veggies, or as a sandwich filling for a quick and wholesome meal. Perfect for lunchboxes, party platters, or a light snack, this easy recipe will become a go-to favorite for anyone craving creamy goodness without the dairy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna in water
- 0.5 cup Dairy-free mayo
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Dill pickle, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 piece Celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Open the cans of tuna and drain them thoroughly. Transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the 0.5 cup of dairy-free mayo to the bowl with the tuna.
Mix in 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
Add 0.25 cup of finely chopped dill pickle, 0.25 cup of finely chopped red onion, and 1 finely chopped celery stalk to the tuna mixture.
Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh dill, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt.
Stir all ingredients together until well combined and the tuna is creamy and evenly mixed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.
Serve the dairy-free creamy tuna spread chilled, with your choice of gluten-free crackers, vegetable sticks, or as a filling for sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.3 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2894 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 74.1 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 942 mg | 20% | |
*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.
