High Protein Rice Cake with Tuna Salad
Elevate your snack game with this High Protein Rice Cake with Tuna Salad recipe, a satisfying and nutrient-packed option that's ready in just 15 minutes! This dish combines tender canned tuna with creamy non-fat Greek yogurt, zesty Dijon mustard, and a burst of freshness from lemon juice and parsley for a light yet flavorful tuna salad. Served atop crispy brown rice cakes, this easy, no-cook meal delivers high protein and complex carbs, making it perfect for a post-workout boost or a healthy midday snack. Wholesome ingredients like finely chopped celery and red onion add crunch and texture, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper enhances every bite. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this recipe is a quick, fuss-free choice for meal prepping or enjoying on the go.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 180 grams Tuna (canned, drained)
- 4 pieces Brown rice cakes
- 60 grams Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
- 30 grams Celery (finely chopped)
- 30 grams Red onion (finely chopped)
- 15 grams Dijon mustard
- 15 milliliters Lemon juice
- 10 grams Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the tuna salad. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt, chopped celery, chopped red onion, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
Mix these ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Add the chopped fresh parsley to the mixture and season with salt and black pepper according to your taste preference. Stir again to ensure even distribution of seasonings.
Lay out the brown rice cakes on a serving platter or individual plates.
Divide the prepared tuna salad evenly among the four rice cakes, spreading it on top evenly.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for a few minutes if you prefer a chilled salad. Enjoy your high protein rice cake with tuna salad as a delicious and nutritious snack or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1064 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 57.2 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 929 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.
