Sugar-Free Sweet and Spicy Tuna
Experience the perfect balance of flavor with our Sugar-Free Sweet and Spicy Tuna recipe—a quick, healthy, and protein-packed meal ready in just 15 minutes! This dish combines tender, flaky canned tuna with bold elements like fresh garlic, grated ginger, chili flakes, and tangy lemon juice, all infused in a rich sauce made with coconut aminos for a sugar-free twist on soy sauce. A touch of powdered stevia adds subtle sweetness to complement the fiery kick, while green onions and sesame seeds provide a vibrant garnish. Ideal for low-carb, diabetic-friendly, or sugar-conscious diets, this versatile dish can be served warm or at room temperature as a standalone entrée, over crisp salad greens, or alongside roasted vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe proves that healthy eating can be deliciously bold and easy to prepare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh red chili or chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos (sugar-free soy sauce substitute)
- 0.25 teaspoon Powdered stevia (optional, for slight sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the drained canned tuna and gently flake it apart using a fork.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Once the oil is warm, sauté the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes (or fresh chili) for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Lower the heat slightly and stir in the lemon juice, rice vinegar, and coconut aminos. Allow the mixture to simmer for 1 minute.
If desired, sprinkle a pinch of powdered stevia into the pan and stir to combine for a touch of sweetness.
Add the flaked tuna to the skillet and gently toss to coat it evenly with the sweet and spicy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the tuna to warm through.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the tuna to a serving dish.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if using, before serving.
Serve the Sugar-Free Sweet and Spicy Tuna warm or at room temperature, either on its own, over salad greens, or with a side of roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 763 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 5% | |
*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.
