Cottage cheese with spicy tuna
Discover a quick and healthy snack with our Cottage Cheese with Spicy Tuna recipe. This low-fat treat combines creamy cottage cheese, protein-packed tuna, and a kick of chili sauce with a hint of dill. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or snack option!
- 30 Mar 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 3 min
- 1 Servings
- 4 Ingredients
Cottage cheese with spicy tuna is a delicious, protein-packed dish that's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Combining the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the bold flavors of spicy tuna, this recipe is both satisfying and nutritious. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a simple dinner, this recipe is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a medium-sized bowl, scoop in 1/2 cup of low-fat cottage cheese.
- Sprinkle the 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill over the cottage cheese.
- Stir gently to combine, ensuring the dill is evenly distributed throughout the cottage cheese.
- Open the can of tuna and drain any excess liquid.
- Using a fork, flake the tuna into smaller pieces.
- Add the flaked tuna to the bowl with the cottage cheese and dill mixture.
- Mix gently until the tuna is evenly incorporated.
- Drizzle 1 teaspoon of chili sauce over the combined mixture.
- Give it one final stir to ensure the chili sauce is well-distributed, imparting a spicy kick to the dish.
- You can enjoy this dish immediately or cover and refrigerate it for a short while to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve cold, and consider garnishing with additional dill or a sprinkle of chili flakes if you prefer extra heat.
Tips:
- Drain the canned tuna thoroughly to avoid extra moisture that might dilute the flavors.
- If you prefer more heat, consider adding extra chili sauce or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add extra herbs like parsley or thyme for additional flavor complexity.
- Serve with whole grain crackers or fresh veggie sticks for a balanced meal.
- If you are meal prepping, keep the cottage cheese and tuna mixture separate until you're ready to eat to maintain the best texture.
Cottage cheese with spicy tuna is an easy-to-make, flavorful, and healthy dish that satisfies even the most demanding palates. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation, it's an ideal option for anyone looking to enjoy a nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Enjoy this delicious blend of creamy and spicy elements as a part of your balanced diet.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 280 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 230kcal | 11% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 45g | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 4.00g | 1% |
| Fiber 0.10g | 0% |
| Sugar 3.61g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.72g | 3% |
| Saturated 1.10g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 66mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 40ug | 5% |
| Choline 70mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 0.32mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 16mg | 104% |
| Vitamin B6 0.61mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B9 20ug | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 4.95ug | 206% |
| Vitamin C 0.64mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E 0.63mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 0.65ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 100mg | 8% |
| Copper, Cu 0.12mg | 13% |
| Iron, Fe 2.95mg | 27% |
| Magnesium, Mg 44mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus, P 380mg | 30% |
| Potassium, K 400mg | 12% |
| Selenium, Se 120ug | 222% |
| Sodium, Na 870mg | 58% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.52mg | 14% |
| Water | |
| Water 230g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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