Heart-Healthy Creamy Tuna Mousse
Indulge in the rich yet nutritious flavors of our Heart-Healthy Creamy Tuna Mousse, a light and velvety appetizer that’s as good for your heart as it is for your palate. Made with protein-packed canned tuna, low-fat Greek yogurt, and a hint of unsalted cream cheese, this recipe skips the heavy fats to deliver a guilt-free creamy texture. Brightened with fresh dill and a splash of zesty lemon juice, and balanced with a drizzle of heart-healthy olive oil, this delightful mousse comes together in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and pepper, it’s ideal for serving with whole-grain crackers, veggie sticks, or as an elegant sandwich spread. Easy, delicious, and packed with omega-3s, it’s a wholesome twist on a classic spread that brings flavor and health to the table.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams canned tuna in water, drained
- 100 grams low-fat Greek yogurt
- 100 grams unsalted cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the canned tuna, low-fat Greek yogurt, and cream cheese.
Step 2
Use a fork to mash the ingredients together until they achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
Step 3
Add the lemon juice, olive oil, dill, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the mixture.
Step 4
Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture becomes fluffy.
Step 5
Taste the mousse and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 6
Transfer the creamy tuna mousse to a serving dish.
Step 7
Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Step 8
Serve the tuna mousse with whole-grain crackers, as a sandwich filling, or with vegetable sticks for a heart-healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (433.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 824.6 |
| Total Fat 53.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 193.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1528.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.2g | |
| Protein 67.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 196IU | 0% |
| Calcium 202.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 826.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories