Nutrition Facts for Low fat classic tuna buns

Low Fat Classic Tuna Buns

Savor the irresistible flavors of these Low Fat Classic Tuna Buns, a wholesome twist on a beloved classic! This easy, no-cook recipe combines protein-packed canned tuna with creamy low-fat plain Greek yogurt, zesty Dijon mustard, and fresh dill for a refreshing and guilt-free filling. Crunchy celery and tangy red onion add texture, while a hint of lemon juice brightens every bite. Perfectly nestled on a bed of crisp leafy lettuce in hearty whole-wheat buns, these tuna buns are a nutritious and satisfying meal option that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, these healthy tuna sandwiches deliver big flavor with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100
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Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:20 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 200 grams Canned tuna in water
  • 80 grams Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 50 grams Celery, finely chopped
  • 30 grams Red onion, finely chopped
  • 15 grams Dijon mustard
  • 10 milliliters Lemon juice
  • 5 grams Fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black pepper
  • 4 pieces Whole-wheat buns
  • 4 leaves Leafy lettuce

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly to remove excess water.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the drained tuna and low-fat plain Greek yogurt. Mix until the tuna is evenly coated.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the tuna mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Incorporate the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix all ingredients until evenly distributed and the mixture has a uniform consistency.

Step 5

Taste the tuna mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice as desired.

Step 6

Slice the whole-wheat buns in half horizontally, ready for assembling.

Step 7

Place a leaf of lettuce on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 8

Divide the tuna mixture into four equal portions and spoon onto the lettuce leaves.

Step 9

Top each filled bottom bun with the other half of the bun.

Step 10

Serve the low-fat classic tuna buns fresh and enjoy a healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (734.8g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 833.6
Total Fat 12.6g 0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 71.0mg 0%
Sodium 1788.8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.4g 0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g 0%
Total Sugars 18.1g
Protein 80.8g 0%
Vitamin D 82.4IU 0%
Calcium 348.3mg 0%
Iron 8.8mg 0%
Potassium 1456.1mg 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: 13.7%
Protein: 38.9%
Carbs: 47.4%