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easy tuna spread

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Patty Ward
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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