Low Fat Chilli Tuna

Packed with protein and brimming with fresh, zesty flavors, Low Fat Chilli Tuna is the ultimate quick and healthy meal for busy days. This vibrant dish features tender canned tuna sautéed with sweet red bell peppers, punchy red onion, and a touch of fiery red chili, bringing just the right amount of heat. Fresh lime juice and fragrant coriander elevate the flavors, while minimal olive oil keeps the recipe low in fat without skimping on taste. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect as a standalone light meal, a topping for crisp lettuce wraps, or a filling for whole-grain tortillas. Low in calories yet big on flavor, it’s a guilt-free, high-protein option you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 g Canned tuna in water
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 medium Red chili pepper
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly in a colander to remove excess water.

Step 2

Finely chop the red onion and red bell pepper. Mince the garlic and red chili pepper.

Step 3

In a non-stick pan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped red onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced red chili pepper to the pan and stir for 1 minute.

Step 6

Add the drained tuna to the pan and stir to combine with the vegetables.

Step 7

Squeeze the juice of one lime (about 2 tablespoons) over the tuna mixture. Stir well.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture is heated through.

Step 10

Remove the pan from heat and stir in freshly chopped coriander.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with extra coriander leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(559.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	482.3

Total Fat 16.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 63.0mg	0%
Sodium 1066.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 82.4IU	0%
Calcium 96.1mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 1318.0mg	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: 30.7%

Protein: 45.5%

Carbs: 23.8%