Low Fat Rillettes de Thon
Elevate your snacking game with the irresistible Low Fat Rillettes de Thon—a lighter take on the classic French tuna spread. Bursting with zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and the crunch of finely chopped shallots and capers, this recipe combines canned tuna with creamy low-fat Greek yogurt for a guilt-free indulgence. Perfectly seasoned with fresh parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper, this wholesome dish is quick and easy to prepare, coming together in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. After a short chill in the refrigerator, the flavors meld beautifully, creating a versatile spread that’s perfect for pairing with whole-grain crackers or crisp vegetable sticks. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking for a nutritious snack, this protein-packed, low-fat recipe is sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams canned tuna in water
- 100 grams low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground paprika
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly to remove any excess water.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, low-fat Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard.
Stir in the lemon juice to add a fresh, zesty flavor.
Add the finely chopped shallot, chopped fresh parsley, and capers to the mixture, and stir until well combined.
Season with salt, black pepper, and ground paprika. Adjust to taste.
Once the mixture is homogeneous, transfer it to a serving bowl.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the rillettes for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with your choice of whole-grain crackers or fresh vegetable sticks such as cucumber or bell pepper for a healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 1637 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 60.3 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 819 mg | 17% | |
*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.
