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Spicy Tuna Salad Bites

Spicy Tuna Salad Bites: Quick, Low-Carb Flavor Explosion

Spicy Tuna Salad Bites are a quick, low-carb snack packed with protein and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Mixture
  • 2 cans high-quality canned tuna 5 ounces each
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust for spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil for a hint of nuttiness
For the Fresh Crunch
  • 1 stalk celery finely diced
  • 1 small red onion finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, can substitute with parsley
For Seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste
  • to taste black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fork
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain the cans of tuna thoroughly and flake into a medium bowl using a fork.
  2. Add mayonnaise, Sriracha, lime juice, and sesame oil to the flaked tuna. Mix in celery, red onion, and cilantro until well combined.
  3. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust flavors as needed.
  4. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for about 10–15 minutes.
  5. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the chilled tuna mixture onto cucumber slices or endive leaves just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the tuna is drained properly and taste the mixture after seasoning to adjust flavors to personal preference.

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