High Protein Sweet and Spicy Tuna
Elevate your mealtime with this zesty and satisfying High Protein Sweet and Spicy Tuna recipe! Perfect for a quick and nutritious snack or light meal, this recipe combines protein-rich canned tuna with the creamy tang of non-fat Greek yogurt. A bold blend of sriracha, honey, lime juice, and low-sodium soy sauce adds a tantalizing sweet and spicy flavor kick, while fresh green onions and optional red chili flakes bring extra zest and texture. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile tuna mixture can be paired with crisp cucumber slices, crunchy carrot sticks, or wholegrain crackers for dipping. You can even use it as a flavorful sandwich filling or salad topper. Ideal for busy days, this well-balanced dish delivers high-protein goodness and a burst of bold flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans canned tuna in water (drained)
- 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 stalk green onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 cup cucumber slices, carrot sticks, or wholegrain crackers (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna and plain Greek yogurt. Mix well to coat the tuna evenly.
Add sriracha sauce, honey, soy sauce, and lime juice to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Toss in the thinly sliced green onion and optional red chili flakes. Mix to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed, such as adding more sriracha for spice or lime juice for tanginess.
Drizzle with olive oil just before serving for added richness.
Serve immediately with cucumber slices, carrot sticks, or wholegrain crackers for dipping, or enjoy as a sandwich filling or salad topper.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 879 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 49.1 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 941 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.
