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easy tuna spread

(1 rating)
homecook373100 avatar
Recipe by
Patty Ward
@homecook373100
Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Catch the "big Kahuna" of simple and tasty tuna treats. If you are looking for an easy tuna sandwich fller, this a great alternative to the traditional and often high-fat version! Hubby and I enjoy this method. Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 2 Hr

Ingredients For easy tuna spread

  • 1 c
    fat-free ricotta cheese
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped, fresh basil leaves or 2 tsp. dried.
  • 2 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp
    reduced fat sour cream
  • 1 can
    (9 ounce) or 2 cans (5 oz each) albacore tuna in water, drained

How To Make easy tuna spread

  • 1
    Line a 2-cup metal bowl or mold with plastic wrap.
  • 2
    Place all ingredients in blender or food processor; cover and blend on high speed until smooth. Spread mixture in bowl.
  • 3
    Cover and refrigerate 2 hours. Carefully unmold onto serving plate.
  • 4
    Serve with Jicama sticks, cucumber slices and low-sodium crackers that make great companions to this tasty spread. When alone, I just make a sandwich using pumpernickle bread. Yummy!
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