Low Sodium Rillettes de Thon

Elevate your appetizer game with this delightful Low Sodium Rillettes de Thon, a heart-healthy twist on the classic French tuna spread. Made with no-salt-added canned tuna and creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, this recipe delivers rich flavor without the extra sodium. Fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of horseradish provide a zesty punch, while finely chopped shallot, fresh dill, and unsalted capers add layers of texture and aromatic complexity. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make spread is perfect for a crowd-pleasing dip or a light sandwich filling. Serve it chilled with whole-grain crackers or rustic bread for a satisfying, low-sodium treat that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans Canned tuna in water, no salt added
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt, plain and low-fat
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, fresh
• 1 teaspoon Horseradish, prepared
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 small Shallot, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon Capers, unsalted, rinsed, and chopped

Directions

Step 1

Open the canned tuna and drain the water thoroughly.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna with the Greek yogurt. Use a fork to mash and mix until you achieve a spreadable consistency.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice, horseradish, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Mix well to incorporate all the liquid ingredients with the tuna mixture.

Step 4

Stir in the finely chopped shallot and fresh dill, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 5

Season the mixture with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Add the chopped capers to the mixture, folding them in gently to maintain their texture.

Step 7

Transfer the rillettes to a serving dish. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled with whole-grain crackers, on slices of bread, or as a filling for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(258.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	190.4

Total Fat 4.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 29.0mg	0%
Sodium 210.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 25.9g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 150.9mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 443.5mg	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: 19.1%

Protein: 52.4%

Carbs: 28.5%