High Protein Spicy Tuna

Elevate your meal prep with this High Protein Spicy Tuna recipe, a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Packed with lean canned tuna, creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, and a zesty kick of Sriracha, this protein-rich dish comes together in just 10 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights or post-workout fuel. Fresh lime juice, green onion, and diced avocado add a refreshing balance, while red chili flakes and black pepper deliver a subtle heat. Versatile and light, serve it as a dip with cucumber slices, a topping for crisp lettuce leaves, or a filling for sandwiches and crackers. With its bold taste and health-conscious ingredients, this dish is your go-to for a quick, high-protein, low-carb meal. Perfect for fans of spicy tuna recipes and healthy eating!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna in water
• 3 tablespoons low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 stalk green onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 medium avocado (diced)
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cucumber slices or lettuce leaves (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the low-fat Greek yogurt, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, fresh lime juice, and red chili flakes to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Using a fork, mix the ingredients together until well combined, flaking the tuna as you go.

Step 4

Gently fold in the diced avocado and sliced green onion, taking care not to mash the avocado too much.

Step 5

Season the mixture with black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a protein-packed dip with cucumber slices or on top of lettuce leaves for a light, low-carb meal. Alternatively, this mixture can also be used as a sandwich filling or on whole grain crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	676.2 grams (676.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	555

Total Fat 15.10g	19%
Saturated Fat 3.00g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 95mg	32%
Sodium 1041mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate 25.10g	9%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 11.80g
Protein 79.80g	160%

Vitamin D 133IU	666%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 1512mg	32%

*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: 24.5%

Protein: 57.5%

Carbs: 18.1%