Soft Lemon Herb Tuna & White Bean Mash Cups
These soft, savory tuna and white bean mash cups are designed for GLP-1 users with low appetite, offering a small but very protein-dense lunch that’s easy to get down in just a few bites. The mild flavor, smooth texture, and gentle lemon-herb notes help reduce taste fatigue while delivering steady energy and muscle-supporting protein.
Ingredients
- 150 g canned tuna in water, drained — flaked with a fork
- 200 g canned white beans, drained and rinsed — rinsed well
- 80 g plain greek yogurt, 2% fat — none
- 15 ml lemon juice — freshly squeezed if possible
- 10 ml olive oil — none
- 5 g fresh parsley — finely chopped optional
- 1 pinch fine salt — to taste
- 0.5 g ground black pepper — to taste optional
Instructions
- Add the drained white beans to a small saucepan with 1–2 tablespoons of water and warm over low heat for 3–4 minutes, just until heated through but not boiling.
- Transfer the warm beans to a bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth and creamy, leaving a few small pieces for texture.
- Stir in the drained, flaked tuna, greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper (if using), mixing until a soft, spoonable mash forms.
- Fold in the finely chopped parsley, adjusting lemon juice and salt to taste so the flavor is bright but still mild.
- Spoon the mixture into 2–3 small ramekins or cups and, if desired, warm gently in the microwave for 20–30 seconds to serve slightly warm rather than hot.
- Serve in small portions, eating slowly; you can pause between a few spoonfuls and refrigerate the rest if your appetite is very low.
Tips for GLP-1 users
If smells trigger nausea, keep the mash just slightly warm or cool and cover it until you are ready to eat; the mild lemon and yogurt help soften the tuna aroma, making it easier to tolerate when appetite is low.
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