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Florence's Creamy Tuna Mousse Recipe

Creamy tuna mousse made with tuna, cream cheese, and fresh lemon juice. A quick and tasty appetizer.

Florence's Creamy Tuna Mousse Recipe

Discover Florence's creamy tuna mousse recipe. Easy, quick, and perfect as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Recipe Details

Prep time
15m
Cook time
0s
Rest time
30m
Total time
45m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 100 g canned tuna in water drained
  • 50 g cream cheese softened
  • 15 g mayonnaise
  • 5 ml lemon juice fresh
  • 2 g fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground
  • 1 pinch salt

Origins

International

Instructions

  1. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly using a fine sieve or strainer.
  2. Place the drained tuna in a medium mixing bowl and break it up with a fork until flaky.
  3. Add the softened cream cheese to the bowl with tuna and mix gently to combine.
  4. Add the mayonnaise to the mixture and stir until smooth and creamy.
  5. For in the fresh lemon juice and mix well to incorporate.
  6. Add the chopped fresh parsley, a pinch of ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
  7. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until the mousse is smooth and evenly combined.
  8. Taste the mousse and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if desired.
  9. Transfer the tuna mousse to a serving dish or individual ramekins.
  10. Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors and texture.

Tips

  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
  • Chill the mousse well before serving for a better texture.
  • Serve with toasted baguette slices or fresh vegetable sticks.

Serving Suggestions

  • toasted baguette slices
  • fresh cucumber sticks
  • carrot sticks
  • crackers

Enjoy this creamy tuna mousse chilled as a delightful starter or snack, perfect for any occasion.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 0
  • Sodium (g): 0.3
  • Sugar (g): 1
  • Fat (g): 12
  • Carbohydrates (g): 2
  • Protein (g): 15
  • Calories: 180
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.05
  • Saturated Fat (g): 5

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