Sea Chicken Tuna Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy and flavorful Sea Chicken Tuna Spread! Featuring tender canned tuna blended with rich cream cheese, zesty mayonnaise, and a splash of bright lemon juice, this spread delivers the perfect balance of tangy and savory goodness. Accented with crunchy celery, vibrant red onion, and aromatic fresh dill, its texture and freshness are unparalleled. A touch of Dijon mustard and garlic powder adds a subtle depth, while optional capers bring a briny pop for adventurous palates. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect as a dip for crackers and veggies, a satisfying sandwich filling, or a unique toast topper. Perfect for parties, lunches, or snack time, this chilled tuna spread is guaranteed to please a crowd.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5-6 oz each) canned tuna
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.25 cups celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon optional capers, drained
Instructions
Open the canned tuna and drain it thoroughly. Transfer the tuna into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise to the bowl with the tuna. Use a fork or spatula to mix them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Stir in the lemon juice, dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to season the spread. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
Fold in the finely chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill for texture and flavor. If using capers, add them at this stage.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the tuna spread to a serving dish, cover it tightly, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Sea Chicken Tuna Spread as a dip with crackers or veggies, as a sandwich or wrap filling, or as a topping for toast. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.5 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 351 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 2308 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 80.8 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 969 mg | 21% | |
*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.
