Nutrition Facts for Rillettes de thon

Rillettes de Thon

Elevate your appetizer game with Rillettes de Thon, a classic French-inspired tuna spread that’s as indulgent as it is effortless to make. This creamy and flavorful recipe combines canned tuna with softened butter, tangy crème fraîche, finely chopped shallot, capers, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, all seasoned to perfection with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of vibrant parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this elegant spread is perfect for entertaining or as a quick snack. Serve it chilled on crusty baguette slices, toast, or crackers, and watch it become the star of your table. Perfect for lovers of easy, French-style recipes, Rillettes de Thon is your next go-to for a sophisticated yet simple culinary delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 200 g Canned tuna
  • 50 g Butter
  • 60 g Crème fraîche
  • 1 small Shallot
  • 10 g Capers
  • 1 small Lemon
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper
  • 10 g Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium mixing bowl.

Step 2

Ensure the butter is softened, then add it to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Add the crème fraîche to the mixture.

Step 4

Finely chop the shallot and capers, then add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Zest half of the lemon, then juice the lemon. Add both the zest and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the mixture.

Step 6

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper according to taste.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh parsley and mix it into the tuna blend.

Step 8

Using a fork, mash and mix all the ingredients until well combined and the texture is smooth but slightly chunky.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning if required, then transfer the rillettes to a serving dish.

Step 10

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Serve the rillettes de thon with crusty bread, toast, or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 423.6 grams (423.6g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 828
Total Fat 68.60g 88%
Saturated Fat 39.30g 197%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 256mg 85%
Sodium 2151mg 94%
Total Carbohydrate 14.80g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g 12%
Total Sugars 6.60g
Protein 41.60g 83%
Vitamin D 104IU 520%
Calcium 148mg 11%
Iron 5mg 27%
Potassium 687mg 15%
*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: 73.2%
Protein: 19.7%
Carbs: 7.0%