Low Fat Creamy Tuna Mousse
Elevate your appetizer game with this Low Fat Creamy Tuna Mousse, a light yet indulgent spread that's perfect for entertaining or enjoying as a healthy snack. This delightful recipe combines high-protein canned tuna with low-fat cream cheese and creamy Greek yogurt, ensuring a rich and velvety texture without the guilt. Fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and spring onions infuse every bite with vibrant, aromatic flavors, while a touch of gelatin guarantees the mousse sets perfectly for a smooth and elegant finish. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and chilled to perfection, this hassle-free dish pairs beautifully with whole-grain crackers or crisp vegetable sticks. Ideal for health-conscious foodies, this tuna mousse is a satisfying, flavor-packed option for gatherings or everyday snacking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams canned tuna in water, drained
- 200 grams low-fat cream cheese
- 100 grams Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons spring onion, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
In a saucepan over low heat, gently heat the bloomed gelatin until it dissolves completely. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a food processor, combine the drained tuna, low-fat cream cheese, and Greek yogurt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the lemon juice, fresh dill, spring onion, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Blend again until well combined.
With the food processor running, slowly pour the dissolved gelatin into the mixture. Blend until everything is thoroughly mixed.
Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl or individual ramekins, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set and chilled.
Serve the tuna mousse with whole grain crackers or fresh vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.2 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 145 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 2662 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 75.7 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1089 mg | 23% | |
*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.
