Smoked tuna dip is a flavorful and creamy appetizer. The dip, with its creamy texture and layers of flavor, is a sought-after appetizer in social gatherings, whether it's a casual get-together, a holiday party, a barbecue, or any other event where you can enjoy finger foods.
You can prepare the dip in advance, which makes it convenient for the host. The delicious combination of smokey tuna, cream cheese, sour cream, herbs, and spices makes the dip a favorite for the guests. This creamy and savory spread pairs well with various dippable items like crackers, bread, chips, and vegetables.
This smoked tuna dip recipe is very easy to follow with ready-to-use smoked tuna. But if you want to feel like a culinary professional, there are also a variety of ingredient alternatives and some variations provided. Follow this smoked tuna dip recipe to make the perfect dip.
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Ingredients
Base ingredients
- Canned smoked tuna — Two 7.5-ounce cans, flaked into tiny pieces
- Cream cheese — 8 ounces, softened at room temperature
- Sour cream— ½ cup
- Mayonnaise— ¼ cup
- Mustard — 1 tsp.
- Lemon juice — 1 tbsp.
- Chives — 3 sprigs, only green leaves, finely chopped
- Fresh dill —2 tbsp., green leaves, very finely chopped
- Garlic powder —1 tsp.
- Salt — 1 tsp.
- Ground black pepper — ½ tsp.
Serving ingredients
- Rectangle crackers — 1 package
- Stick crackers — 1 package
- Chips — 1 package
- Carrot — 2 medium-sized, sliced lengthwise
- Celery — 1 sprig, sliced into long pieces
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Use a hand whisk or a silicone spatula to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Add the flaked smoked tuna to the mixture and gently fold it until well combined.
- Mix the chives, dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue to mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the smoked tuna dip to a serving bowl.
- Cover the bowl with a plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least an hour before serving.
- Divide the smoked tuna dip into small dip bowls and serve with crackers, chips, and vegetables of your choice.
Substitutions
- Sour cream — This smoked tuna dip recipe calls for sour cream, but you can substitute it with the same amount of yogurt. It’s best to use yogurt with a similar consistency to sour cream.
- Fresh dill — Dill pairs well with seafood in general, and smoked tuna in particular. But if it’s not your favorite, you can replace it with the same amount of fresh parsley.
Variations
- Customize the appetizer — This smoked tuna dip recipe provides the basics, but there are many ways to enrich the dip and adjust the flavors to your liking. You can add pickles, capers, grated cheese, and the zest of a lemon. You can also experiment with spices. You can add dried mint or tarragon. Remember to chop the extra ingredients finely and use them in small amounts.
Equipment
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Chopping board
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- Hand whisk
- Serving bowls
Storage
- You can store smoked tuna dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consuming it within 3 to 5 days is best for the best flavor and quality.
- It is not recommended to freeze the dip since dairy ingredients may change in texture after freezing and thawing. If you choose to freeze it, do so the next day after you prepare it. Also, portion it into smaller containers or freezer-safe bags. Before serving, check for appearance and smell. If the dip appears discolored or has an off odor, it's best to discard it.
Pro Tips
- If you have a smoking device or a grill you can use for that purpose, smoking the tuna at home can be a rewarding culinary experience that allows you to enjoy this delicious fish's rich and smoky flavors.
Smoked Tuna Dip Recipe: Savory, Smoky, and Flavory
This smoked tuna dip recipe combines various flavors to makes one of the finest appetizers you'll ever taste. A crowd-pleasing dip, this one will your new favorite go-to recipe for gatherings.
Equipment
- Hand whisk
Ingredients
Base ingredients
- 2 cans (7 ½ oz. each) Smoked tuna flaked into tiny pieces
- 8 oz. Cream cheese softened at room temperature
- ½ cup Sour cream
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. Mustard
- 1 tbsp. Lemon juice
- 3 sprigs Chives only green leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp. Fresh dill green leaves, very finely chopped
- 1 tsp. Garlic powder
- 1 tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Ground black pepper
Serving ingredients
- 1 pcs. Rectangle crackers
- 1 pcs. Stick crackers
- 1 pcs. Chips
- 2 medium-sized Carrots sliced lengthwise
- 1 sprig Celery sliced into long pieces
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Use a hand whisk or a silicone spatula to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Add the flaked smoked tuna to the mixture and gently fold it until well combined.
- Mix the chives, dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue to mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the smoked tuna dip to a serving bowl.
- Cover the bowl with a plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least an hour before serving.
- Divide the smoked tuna dip into small dip bowls and serve with crackers, chips, and vegetables of your choice.
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Notes
- If you have a smoking device or a grill you can use for that purpose, smoking the tuna at home can be a rewarding culinary experience that allows you to enjoy this delicious fish's rich and smoky flavors.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Smoked Tuna Dip Recipe: Savory, Smoky, and Flavory
Amount per Serving
Calories
150
% Daily Value*
Fat
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Cholesterol
32
mg
11
%
Sodium
318
mg
14
%
Potassium
119
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
2661
IU
53
%
Vitamin C
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
47
mg
5
%
Iron
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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