Low Carb Chilli Tuna

Spice up your weeknight dinners with this bold and flavorful Low Carb Chilli Tuna, a quick and healthy skillet dish perfect for those embracing low-carb living! Packed with protein-rich canned tuna, vibrant veggies like green bell pepper, and a fiery kick from fresh red chili pepper, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. A rich, smoky sauce infused with tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, cumin, and smoked paprika ties everything together, while a final burst of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime add brightness to every bite. This one-pan wonder is not only keto-friendly but also a great make-ahead option for meal prep. Serve on its own or alongside a crisp salad for a satisfying low-carb meal that's anything but bland!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped red onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, chopped green bell pepper
• 1 small, finely chopped red chili pepper
• 2 cans (5 oz each), drained canned tuna in olive oil
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cut into wedges lime

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the green bell pepper and the finely chopped red chili pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Stir in the drained tuna, breaking it up with a spatula and combining it well with the veggies.

Step 5

Add the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stirring well.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the ground cumin and smoked paprika. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Stir everything until well combined.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 9

Serve the chili tuna hot with lime wedges on the side, allowing each person to squeeze fresh lime juice over their serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1077.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1056.8

Total Fat 64.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 142mg	0%
Sodium 2088.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 71.9g	0%

Vitamin D 568IU	0%
Calcium 211.0mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2584.9mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 19.6%