Heart-Healthy 555 Tuna Afritada

Delight in the wholesome flavors of *Heart-Healthy 555 Tuna Afritada*, a nutritious spin on a beloved Filipino classic. This recipe swaps out traditional meats for protein-packed 555 Tuna Chunks in Water, making it a lighter yet satisfying option for health-conscious diners. Vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and peas pair beautifully with tender potatoes, all simmered in a savory tomato sauce infused with low-sodium chicken broth and aromatic bay leaf. With its quick prep time and heart-healthy ingredients, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or anyone seeking a nutritious comfort food. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with brown rice or whole grain bread, this afritada is equally nourishing and delicious. Keywords: heart-healthy, tuna afritada, Filipino recipe, easy weeknight dinner, nutritious comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 can 555 Tuna Chunks in Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 large Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large Green bell pepper, sliced
• 2 medium Potatoes, diced
• 1 large Carrot, diced
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 0.5 cup Frozen peas
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Drain the cans of 555 tuna chunks and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add diced potatoes and carrot, stirring occasionally, and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Introduce the red and green bell peppers to the skillet, cook for an additional 3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 6

Pour in the tomato sauce and low-sodium chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

Step 9

Gently fold in the drained tuna chunks, soy sauce, and frozen peas.

Step 10

Continue to cook, uncovered, for another 5 minutes until the tuna is heated through.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with brown rice or whole grain bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1904.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1306.5

Total Fat 37.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 170mg	0%
Sodium 3183.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 110.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 252.0mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 3897.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.7%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 40.8%