Emergency Spread
Meet your new go-to recipe for quick, flavorful snacking: **Emergency Spread**! This versatile, no-cook creation combines creamy mayonnaise with protein-packed canned tuna or chicken, delivering a satisfying spread in just five minutes. Enhanced with zesty dill pickle relish, a hint of hot sauce, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this recipe is a perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory. The addition of garlic and onion powder elevates the flavor, while optional fresh herbs like dill or parsley bring a refreshing touch. Ideal as a quick sandwich filling, a savory dip for veggies, or a tasty topping for crackers, Emergency Spread is a lifesaver for last-minute meals or unexpected guests. Plus, with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser in any kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 can Canned tuna or chicken (drained)
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dill pickle relish
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Optional: chopped fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, add the mayonnaise and mix it with the drained canned tuna or chicken until well combined.
Stir in the hot sauce, dill pickle relish, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Add the lemon juice and optional chopped fresh herbs, mixing thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Serve immediately on bread, crackers, or as a dip with vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.2 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 1351 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 278 mg | 6% | |
*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.
