Minted Tuna Paste
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy and refreshing Minted Tuna Paste, a versatile spread that's ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring tender canned tuna blended with silky cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic fresh mint, this recipe bursts with balance and flavor. A hint of garlic and a drizzle of olive oil add depth, while a touch of salt and black pepper bring everything together. Perfect as a dip for crunchy veggies, a spread for crackers, or a filling for sandwiches, this no-cook recipe is ideal for quick snacks, party platters, or light meals. Wholesome, flavorful, and effortlessly easy to make, this Minted Tuna Paste is a must-try for fans of simple, delicious spreads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams canned tuna (in water or olive oil)
- 100 grams cream cheese
- 10 grams fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna if using tuna in water. If using tuna in olive oil, you can keep a small amount of the oil for added flavor.
In a food processor or blending bowl, combine the canned tuna, cream cheese, fresh mint leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, and the garlic clove.
Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth paste. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides to ensure an even consistency.
Taste the mixture and season with salt and black pepper as desired. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning.
Transfer the minted tuna paste to a serving dish.
Garnish with a small sprig of mint or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Serve immediately as a spread or dip, or refrigerate for up to 2 days for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.4 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 1487 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 55.2 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 653 mg | 14% | |
*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.
