Leftover Tuna with Cottage Cheese

Transform your leftovers into a protein-packed delight with this quick and healthy "Leftover Tuna with Cottage Cheese" recipe! Perfectly blending creamy cottage cheese with tender tuna, this dish is elevated by the crunch of fresh celery, the zing of lemon juice, and the subtle spice of Dijon mustard. Diced red onion adds a touch of sharpness, while optional parsley lends a vibrant pop of color. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served atop crackers, in a sandwich, or wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a low-carb option. Whether you're meal prepping or seeking a satisfying snack, this nutrient-rich dish is the ultimate no-cook solution for utilizing leftovers without sacrificing flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 150 grams Tuna (canned or leftover cooked tuna)
• 200 grams Cottage cheese
• 1 piece Celery stalk
• 0.5 piece Red onion
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 0 optional Crackers, bread, or lettuce leaves (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the tuna. If using canned tuna, drain it well before adding.

Step 2

Add the cottage cheese to the bowl with the tuna. Use a fork to gently mix the two together until evenly combined.

Step 3

Finely dice the celery stalk and half of the red onion. Add these to the tuna and cottage cheese mixture for added crunch and flavor.

Step 4

Drizzle lemon juice over the mixture and add the Dijon mustard. Stir everything together until well blended.

Step 5

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 6

If desired, finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the mixture for a pop of freshness and color.

Step 7

Serve the tuna and cottage cheese mixture on crackers, as a sandwich filling, or scooped into lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.

Step 8

Enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(517.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	505.6

Total Fat 11.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 70.9mg	0%
Sodium 1784.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 55.2g	0%

Vitamin D 128IU	0%
Calcium 157.6mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 799.1mg	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: 20.6%

Protein: 43.2%

Carbs: 36.3%