Whole30 Sweet and Spicy Tuna
Looking for a quick, flavorful meal that’s both Whole30-compliant and irresistibly delicious? This Whole30 Sweet and Spicy Tuna recipe combines tender canned tuna with a perfect balance of sweetness from date paste and heat from red pepper flakes. Enhanced by savory coconut aminos and zesty lime juice, this protein-packed dish is energy-boosting and ready in just 15 minutes. The creamy avocado oil adds richness, while vibrant green onions contribute a fresh crunch. Serve it warm or cold, in crisp lettuce wraps or alongside refreshing cucumber slices, for a versatile and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe is paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and bursting with bold flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) canned tuna in water
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon date paste
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup sliced cucumber or lettuce wraps (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a medium mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.
In a small bowl, combine the coconut aminos, lime juice, date paste, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the date paste is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the tuna to the skillet and stir in the sauce mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the tuna is evenly coated and heated through.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onions.
Serve warm or cold, with cucumber slices or in lettuce wraps for a fresh, crisp bite.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2058 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 75.3 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1207 mg | 26% | |
*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.
