Occasions Healthy Party Recipes Healthy Party Appetizer Recipes Healthy Finger Food Recipes Smoked Tuna Spread Canapés Be the first to rate & review! Try this easy canapé recipe for your next cocktail party. Made with canned tuna, cream cheese and cucumber slices on crunchy almond crackers, this is an appetizer that your guests will be reaching for first. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on December 14, 2022 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 24 canapés Nutrition Profile: Diabetes Appropriate Egg Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy High-Protein Low Carbohydrate Low Sodium Low-Calorie Soy-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts What Are the Main Ingredients of Canapés? Canapés are hors d'oeuvres featuring a base of bread, toast, pastry or crackers with various savory toppings, served either hot or cold. Canapés typically consist of a base, a spread, a primary topping and a garnish. They are traditionally served before dinner along with other appetizers or served at cocktail parties. Are Canapés Good for You? Canapés can be made with a variety of nutritious and flavorful ingredients. For healthier canapés, make them with fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains and lean proteins. Try our Canapés with Peach, Sage & Prosciutto or make bite-sized Marinated Squash & Goat Cheese Toasts and Chile-Spiced Delicata Squash Crostini. Our smoked tuna spread canapés are low in calories and high in protein. Canned tuna is a healthy pantry staple and contains a powerhouse of nutrients and antioxidants like selenium and omega-3 fatty acids. Crisp, cool and packed with health benefits, cucumbers give these canapés a refreshing crunch without many calories. Additional reporting by Jan Valdez Ingredients 3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened ¼ cup finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives, divided 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium Old Bay Seasoning ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ½ teaspoon liquid smoke 1 (5 ounce) can very low-sodium chunk white tuna, drained 2 tablespoons diced pimiento, drained 24 almond crackers, such as Blue Diamond Almond Thins brand ½ of a 12-inch English cucumber (about 8 ounces), cut into 24 slices, each about 1/4 inch thick Directions Stir cream cheese, onion, 1 tablespoon chives, oil, Old Bay, Worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke in a medium bowl until creamy. Flake tuna with a fork. Add the tuna and pimiento to the cream cheese mixture; stir until well mixed. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours. (The smoke flavor will build. It may seem faint at first, but refrain from adding more liquid smoke until after the mixture chills. If desired, stir in an additional 1/8-1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke.) To assemble the canapés, spread 1/2 teaspoon of the tuna mixture on each cracker. Top each with a cucumber slice and another 1 1/2 teaspoons of the tuna mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon chives. To make ahead Prepare the recipe through Step 2. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Rate it Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 112 Calories 6g Fat 9g Carbs 7g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Serving Size 4 canapés Calories 112 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 9g 3% Dietary Fiber 1g 2% Total Sugars 2g Protein 7g 15% Total Fat 6g 7% Saturated Fat 2g 10% Cholesterol 21mg 7% Vitamin A 309IU 6% Vitamin C 6mg 6% Folate 7mcg 2% Sodium 160mg 7% Calcium 75mg 6% Iron 0mg 2% Magnesium 8mg 2% Potassium 97mg 2% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved