Whole30 Rillettes de Thon
Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Whole30 Rillettes de Thon, a delightful take on a classic French appetizer that's both healthy and satisfying. Perfectly suited for those following the Whole30 program, this recipe features protein-packed canned tuna complemented by rich Whole30 compliant mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, and tangy Dijon mustard. Enhanced with chopped parsley, shallots, and a touch of briny capers, each bite is bursting with depth and texture. This no-cook dish is ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and pairs beautifully with crisp vegetable dippers like cucumber slices or bell pepper strips for a light, refreshing snack or appetizer. Simple, flavorful, and diet-friendly, this tuna rillettes recipe is the perfect addition to your Whole30 repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans canned tuna in water
- 0.25 cups Whole30 compliant mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Open and drain the canned tuna thoroughly. Place the drained tuna in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the Whole30 compliant mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the tuna. Mix well to combine.
Gradually stir in the olive oil until the mixture reaches your desired consistency.
Fold in the chopped fresh parsley, capers, and finely chopped shallot into the mixture. Ensure they are evenly distributed.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting if necessary.
Transfer the mixture into a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled, paired with fresh vegetables like cucumber slices or bell pepper strips, for a Whole30 friendly experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 676 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 219 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.
