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Spuma di Tonno

Tuna Mousse is easy, creamy, and perfectly delicious!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword: Butter, Lemon, Make-ahead, Spread, Tuna
Servings: 1.5 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 (5 ounce) cans of oil-packed tuna (I use Genova Tonno), drained
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter ar room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons crème fraîche
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a food processor, add the tuna and pulse to break up the pieces. Add the lemon juice, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and butter and puree. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add the crème fraîche and puree the mixture until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve at room temperature. Can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days. Allow to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

*recipe can easily be halved

Nutrition

Calories: 656kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 1182mg | Potassium: 423mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1309IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 2mg
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