Low Fat Creamy Tuna Spread
Elevate your snack game with this *Low Fat Creamy Tuna Spread*, a guilt-free, protein-packed delight that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made with canned tuna in water and creamy, non-fat Greek yogurt, this recipe swaps traditional mayonnaise for a lighter option without sacrificing flavor. Fresh bursts of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and vibrant herbs like dill give it a tangy, refreshing twist, while finely chopped celery and red onion lend the perfect crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this tuna spread is perfect for busy days. Serve it as a healthy dip with veggies, a topping for hearty whole-grain crackers, or a flavorful sandwich filling. With its low-fat profile, high protein content, and bold, zesty flavor, this tuna spread is a must-try for health-conscious food lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna in water
- 1 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Open the cans of tuna and drain well. Transfer the tuna to a medium mixing bowl.
Add the non-fat Greek yogurt to the bowl with the tuna, and use a fork to mix them together until the tuna is well coated.
Stir in the lemon juice and Dijon mustard, mixing until evenly combined.
Add the finely chopped celery and red onion to the bowl, stirring to incorporate.
Mix in the chopped fresh dill, then season the spread with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste as desired.
Once everything is combined, cover the bowl and let the tuna spread chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving. This gives the flavors time to meld together.
Serve the tuna spread on whole-grain bread, crackers, or as a vegetable dip. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.7 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 2293 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 97.3 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*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.
