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Spicy Tuna Pate in a bowl
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Spicy Tuna Pate

Cayenne powers this delicious spread
Course Appetizer
Keyword Cayenne Pepper
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 188kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cans tuna
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper powder feel free to use less or more based on your heat tolerance
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice approximately the juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions

  • Add the butter to a small bowl or cup and microwave for 20 seconds or until melted.
  • Drain the tuna and add it to a food processor with the melted butter, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  • Pulse blend until completely smooth.
  • Squeeze in the lemon juice and mix to combine.
  • Serve immediately with bread, crackers, or vegetable batons.

Notes

Refrigerate for up to 3 days and enjoy cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg