RCI-SN.001.0418.001
Tuna Caper Spread
Delicious, easy, inexpensive; serve as a sandwich filling or an hors d'oeuvre with whole-grain crackers or triangles of rye bread.
Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Total10 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- x 6-ounce can chunk light tuna in water1 unitdrained
- 4 ounces
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 teaspoons
- cayenne pepper⅛ teaspoonor more to taste
- capers3 tablespoonsrinsed and chopped
- 2 tablespoons
- chopped fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves1½ teaspoons
Method
1
Drain the canned chunk light tuna thoroughly, pressing gently to remove excess water. Transfer the flaked tuna to a medium bowl.
2
Add the reduced-fat cream cheese to the bowl with the tuna. Stir until the cream cheese is softened and begins to break down slightly.
3
Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Stir well to combine and create a creamy base.
4
Sprinkle the cayenne pepper over the mixture and stir to distribute evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
5
Fold in the rinsed and chopped capers, fresh parsley, and fresh thyme (or dried thyme). Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
6
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl or container. Serve immediately with crackers, toast, or fresh vegetables, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.