Low Carb Homemade Tuna Helper
Say goodbye to boxed dinners and hello to this creamy, guilt-free *Low Carb Homemade Tuna Helper*! This recipe transforms the classic comfort food into a wholesome, keto-friendly meal by swapping out traditional pasta for spiralized zucchini noodles. Packed with tender chunks of tuna, a velvety cheese sauce made from heavy cream, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar, and seasoned with a perfect blend of garlic and onion powder, this dish is as indulgently satisfying as it is quick to make. In just 35 minutes, you’ll have a skillet full of hearty, low-carb goodness that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this dish is a light yet satisfying twist on a family favorite. Whether you’re meal-prepping or craving a cozy dinner, this protein-packed tuna recipe is sure to become a staple in your low-carb recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ounce cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer or cut them into thin slices using a mandoline. Set aside.
2. Drain the canned tuna and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are slightly softened. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the unsalted butter and let it melt over medium heat.
5. Add heavy cream and cream cheese to the skillet and whisk until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue to stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
7. Add the drained tuna to the cheese sauce, and gently stir to combine.
8. Return the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss everything together gently, coating the noodles and tuna evenly with the sauce.
9. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.8 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.5 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 472 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 5980 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 934 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1171 mg | 25% | |
*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.
