Heart-Healthy Creamy Tuna Spread
Elevate your snacking game with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Tuna Spread, a deliciously light yet satisfying recipe that's brimming with flavor and wholesome ingredients. Made with protein-packed canned tuna, creamy non-fat Greek yogurt, and a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice, this spread strikes the perfect balance between nutrition and indulgence. Chopped fresh herbs like parsley and dill, combined with the crunch of diced celery and red onion, lend a refreshing, vibrant texture, while olive oil and garlic powder add a savory twist. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile tuna spread is perfect for dipping whole-grain crackers, filling lettuce wraps, or creating hearty sandwiches. Packed with healthy fats, lean protein, and fiber, it’s a guilt-free, heart-smart choice for lunch, appetizers, or a quick snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz Canned tuna, packed in water
- 0.5 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp Chopped fresh dill
- 0.25 cup Diced celery
- 0.25 cup Diced red onion
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium mixing bowl.
Add the non-fat Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the bowl.
Using a fork, mix all ingredients until the tuna is broken up and evenly combined with the yogurt mixture.
Fold in the chopped fresh parsley, dill, diced celery, and red onion, mixing gently to distribute evenly throughout the tuna mixture.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice for acidity or a pinch more salt as desired.
Transfer the tuna spread to a serving dish and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to two days.
Heart-Healthy Creamy Tuna Spread can be enjoyed with whole-grain crackers, lettuce wraps, or as a filling for a sandwich made with whole-grain bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1500 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 85.8 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1243 mg | 26% | |
*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.
