Heart-Healthy Vitello Tonnato
Elevate your dining experience with this Heart-Healthy Vitello Tonnato, a light and nutritious twist on the classic Italian dish. This recipe swaps the traditionally rich mayonnaise-based tuna sauce for a creamy blend of low-fat Greek yogurt, protein-packed tuna, and zesty capers, keeping it deliciously guilt-free. Tender veal loin is gently simmered in a flavorful broth infused with aromatic vegetables, garlic, and bay leaf, ensuring a moist and perfectly cooked centerpiece. The dish is beautifully finished with a luscious yogurt-tuna sauce and a pop of fresh parsley, offering a vibrant, heart-conscious meal that's perfect for entertaining or an elegant weeknight dinner. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for maximum flavor. Keywords: heart-healthy vitello tonnato, light Italian recipes, veal with tuna sauce, nutritious Mediterranean dishes.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Veal loin
- 1 liter Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 medium Celery stalk
- 1 small Yellow onion
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 1 Bay leaf
- 10 whole Black peppercorns
- 150 grams Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 100 grams Canned tuna in water (drained)
- 20 grams Capers (rinsed)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 5 grams Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place the veal loin in a large pot. Add the broth, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaf, and black peppercorns.
Step 2
Bring the liquid to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the veal is cooked through and tender.
Step 3
Remove the veal from the pot and set aside to cool. Strain and reserve the cooking liquid for potential use in soups or sauces.
Step 4
While the veal cools, prepare the sauce. In a blender, combine the Greek yogurt, tuna, capers, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved cooking liquid to adjust the consistency.
Step 5
Slice the cooled veal thinly and arrange the slices on a serving platter.
Step 6
Drizzle the tuna sauce generously over the veal slices, ensuring they are well-coated.
Step 7
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for color and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1997.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1404.0 |
| Total Fat 62.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 503.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1754.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.8g | |
| Protein 167.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 134IU | 0% |
| Calcium 330.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2797.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories