Low Fat Creamy Tuna Dip
Delight in the light and flavorful goodness of this Low Fat Creamy Tuna Dip, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Combining protein-packed canned tuna with non-fat plain Greek yogurt and light mayonnaise, this dip achieves a luxuriously creamy texture without the excess fat. Brightened with a splash of zesty lemon juice, a touch of garlic powder, and fresh herbs like dill and green onion, every bite is bursting with vibrant flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes and perfect for pairing with whole wheat crackers, crisp vegetable sticks, or pita chips, this healthy appetizer is ideal for parties, snack time, or meal prep. Packed with protein and low in calories, it’s a satisfying crowd-pleaser that fits into any diet!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 180 grams canned tuna, drained
- 240 grams non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 60 grams light mayonnaise
- 15 milliliters lemon juice
- 5 grams fresh dill, chopped
- 25 grams green onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained canned tuna and use a fork to flake it into smaller pieces.
Add the non-fat plain Greek yogurt and light mayonnaise to the bowl with the tuna. Stir until well combined and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the lemon juice, ensuring it's evenly distributed throughout the dip.
Add the fresh chopped dill and finely chopped green onion to the tuna mixture. Mix until incorporated.
Season the dip with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning according to your taste preference.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and, if desired, garnish with additional fresh dill or green onions.
Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled with whole wheat crackers, vegetable sticks, or pita chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 2477 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.4 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.1 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 587 mg | 12% | |
*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.
