Tuna Time! Share Your Protein Recipes Here!

[Alex Brecher 10,516]

Canned tuna is one of the ideal foods for WLS patients. It has 70 calories and 14 grams of Protein per serving, not to mention that it’s carb-free and full of omega-3 fatty acids. Plus, in a world where it can be tough to put together a nutritious meal because it takes too long, canned tuna is a perfect solution that can sit in your pantry for whenever you need it.

But there is a potential drawback: it can get awfully boring if you have it plain day in, day out. Traditional mayo-laden tuna salad and fat and carb laden tuna noodle casserole are non-starters for WLS patients…so how do you prepare your tuna to be delicious and healthy? Share your recipes here, please! We could all use some tuna tips.

If you’re not into tuna or your best Protein recipe uses something else, please share that recipe, too! Whether it’s chicken breast, Beans, smoked mussels, Greek yogurt, or another healthy protein, we definitely want to hear how you make it even more delicious while keeping it healthy.

[KristenLe 5,980]

I just saved this from a WW site...haven't tried it yet but looks good! I'm just starting my WLS journey...does anyone see any concerns with this recipe after surgery?

http://77recipes.com/tuna-and-white-bean-salad/?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Postcron.com

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

One of my favorite tuna salads is the Mediterranean tuna salad at Whole Foods.

My approximation:

Tuna

A couple of pieces of marinated artichoke hearts

Kalamata olives

A spoonful of feta cheese

Some red onion (if I have it)

Greek seasoning

A dab of mayo or aioli

I also make a "tuna melt" with some greens Beans, tuna, and grated cheese on top, heated up to hear the green Beans and melt the cheese. (The ranch flavored packet of tuna works great for this one.)

[Valentina 2,642]

I really don't enjoy canned tuna since the day I caught a tuna myself, and ate sushi grade tuna for the first time. I am now spoiled for life!

That reminds me: It's time to go fishing!!

[Sophie74656 1,572]

I really don't enjoy canned tuna since the day I caught a tuna myself, and ate sushi grade tuna for the first time. I am now spoiled for life!

That reminds me: It's time to go fishing!!

So jealous!!!!

[Sophie74656 1,572]

1 can of tuna

1/2 a diced avocado

1 diced hard boiled egg

1 tablespoon capers

2 tablespoons diced red onion

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Mix everything together and serve in a hollowed out half of a Tomato

[Alex Brecher 10,516]

Thanks for your recipes! @KristinLe, thanks for sharing the link. Let us know ow it is! @@Valentina, sounds great! How do you prepare your tuna?

[Dub 10,022]

I freaking love the new single serving packs of flavored tuna and salmon.

I keep my desk drawer at work filled with them. So many varieties are available now. No preparation needed....just grab a spoor or fork......open those bad boys up and have a meal.

Great stuff.

[Valentina 2,642]

@ Alex: Fresh tuna fresh on the boat----one fish, one fillet knife, optional--one lemon! Enjoy!

[o00 494]

Since surgery tuna has no appeal to me. I used to love a quick tuna salad on romaine lettuce. Or on hollowed cucumber for a nice low carb meal. I'm hoping one day my new tummy and tuna will rekindle their friendship so I can benefit from it again.

[Sophie74656 1,572]

I have a couple more tuna recipes

each of these use 1 can of tuna

Southwestern tuna

1 tablespoon corn, 1 tablespoon black Beans, 1 tablespoon diced red onion, 1 tablespoon rotel, 1 teaspoon mayo

Asian style tuna

1 tablespoon sliced green onion, half teaspoon grated ginger, 1 teaspoon soy sauce. I didn't add any mayo to this one but you can add some if you want it to be moister (is moister a word?)

Mediteranian tuna

1 tablespoon sliced kalamata olives, 1 teaspoon chopped dill, 1 tablespoon diced cucumber, 1 tablespoon greek yogurt, a small squeeze of lemon juice

EDIT: forgot a few

taco tuna

a little bit of shredded lettuce,1 tablespoon of diced canned tomatoes and 1 tablespoon of the juice, 1 tablespoon diced red onion, pinch or two of taco seasoning to taste

Tomato basil tuna

1 tablespoon diced tomatoes, 1 tablespoon chopped basil, 1 teaspoon mayo

lemony tuna

1 tablespoon capers, a good squirt of lemon juice, a pinch of lemon pepper, 1 teaspoon of mayo

Edited May 6, 2016 by Sophie74656

[Basicwitch 7]

I'm a big tuna fan, and get around the mayo issue by subbing in either greek yogurt (Fage 0%) or a bit of avocado. With the Nutribullet, it is easy to whip up a quick dressing to mix into the tuna. My husband doesn't really diet much, and he loves these like crazy. I'm bad with recipes, but here's a couple ideas...feel free to play with amounts to fit your preferences!

For kimchi tuna salad:

Quarter avocado

1 tsp gojuchang

juice of half a lime

One or two scallions depending on size or preference

1 tsp sherry vinegar

1 hunk fresh ginger

Teeny splash (TEENY TINY) toasted sesame oil

Blend those ingredients and mix into 2 cans tuna and 1 cup chopped kimchi (cabbage is best for this) and diced celery. Top with sesame seeds!

Zaatar tuna salad:

1/2 cup greek yogurt (Fage 0%)

1 tsp EVOO

juice of 1 lemon (and zest if you're feeling zesty)

1 clove garlic

1 or 2 sprigs of dill

2 tbsp parsley

1 tbsp zaatar seasoning (more or less depending on how you like it)

optional: a little zchug, a kind of hot pepper paste!

Combine ingredients and blend. Toss with 2-3 cans tuna, 1 cup diced cucumber and 1/2 cup shredded carrot. You can top with a little bit of feta cheese!

Edited May 25, 2016 by Basicwitch