I'm sure we all know awesome nutritional value of tuna. One gram of fat, no
carbs, and about 20 grams of protein per serving is what makes tuna a wise choice for
bodybuilders, especially when dieting. But let's face it, by itself, tuna
doesn't taste too pleasant. There are ways to get around this though and
I've got a few recipes that will help without destroying the nutritional
status of tuna.
First Tip
My first tip would be to buy Starkist's tuna in the flavor flesh pouch. The
reason for this is it is so much more convenient. You don't have to get the
can opener out or pry the top off and your hands won't smell like tuna from
draining the water.
Lemon Pepper Tuna
This is very simple to make. Get out a pan. Spray with some no calorie
non-stick spray. Dump the tuna in the pan. Sprinkle with some lemon pepper
(You can buy this already premixed). Turn on the burner and let the tuna
cook. Stir the tuna periodically. Once the tuna is either warm, cooked, or
burnt, depending on how you like it, throw it on a plate and you're ready to
rock and roll. You could also throw this in some tupperware and eat it
later. It still taste good cold. The only thing this adds to the nutritional
value of tuna is a little sodium.
Worcestershire (Cheese optional) Tuna
Also very simple to make. Get out a pan. Spray with some no calorie
non-stick spray. Dump the tuna in the pan. Pour some Worcestershire sauce on
the tuna then begin to cook. Cook to desired texture then eat. To add some
more flavor, you can throw a slice of cheese on this. When the tuna is done
cooking, turn the burner off, put the cheese on, cover the pan with a lid,
and let the cheese melt on the tuna. Adding just the Worcestershire only
adds about one gram of carbs to the nutritional total. The cheese, depending
on what kind, adds about 5 grams of protein, 2 carbs, and 0-10 grams of fat.
Tuna and Egg
Get out a pan. Spray with some no calorie non-stick spray. Dump the tuna
and egg up a bowl. Stir them together. Once mixed together, pour in the pan
and allow to cook. Once the egg is totally cook, add pepper and salt, if
wanted, and eat. Adding cheese also tastes very good with this combo. The
egg adds, 5 grams of fat, 8 grams of protein, and 1 carb.
Quick Tuna Toppings
Salsa: Not my personal favorite, but tasty. Mustard: You gotta do, what you gotta do.
For Those Not Carb Conscious
Tuna Melt: Prepared just like a Grilled Cheese, but with the additional of
tuna.
Tuna Spaghetti: Just throw tuna in with your favorite noodles and pasta
sauce.
Tuna Taco: Try putting your tuna in a burrito with cheese, taco sauce, and
your other favorite Mexican toppings.
Let's face it, tuna may not be the best tasting protein source, but with the
right recipe, it can be.
Later
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