Name: Speedy Tuna Boats
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 small bell pepper (any color), halved lengthwise; 1 (5 oz) can tuna in olive oil (drained) or water (drained, then add a drizzle of olive oil); 2 tbsp full-fat mayonnaise (sugar-free); 1 tbsp finely chopped celery or cucumber; 1 tbsp finely chopped red onion or chives; 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional); Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; A sprinkle of paprika or everything bagel seasoning, for garnish

Speedy Tuna Boats

Quick, delicious, and low-carb bell pepper 'boats' filled with a creamy, flavor-packed tuna salad. Perfect for a healthy keto snack.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 0 mins

Total Time 10 mins

Servings 1

Calories 285 kcal

📝 Ingredients

1 small bell pepper (any color), halved lengthwise
1 (5 oz) can tuna in olive oil (drained) or water (drained, then add a drizzle of olive oil)
2 tbsp full-fat mayonnaise (sugar-free)
1 tbsp finely chopped celery or cucumber
1 tbsp finely chopped red onion or chives
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
A sprinkle of paprika or everything bagel seasoning, for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1
Wash and halve the bell pepper lengthwise, removing seeds and white membrane. Set aside.
2
In a small bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery (or cucumber), red onion (or chives), and optional Dijon mustard. Mix well with a fork.
3
Season the tuna mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Spoon the mixture evenly into the bell pepper halves.
4
Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika or everything bagel seasoning before serving. Enjoy immediately or chill for later.

💡 Notes

For an extra creamy tuna salad, mash the tuna well before combining with other ingredients. These tuna boats are best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours. Feel free to add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick!

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 285 kcal

Protein 25g

Total Fat 18g

Saturated Fat 3g

Carbs 6g

Fiber 2g

Sugar 3g

Sodium 480mg

Cholesterol 50mg

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