Keto Tuna Melt Poppers Recipe
These Keto Tuna Melt Poppers are a delicious low-carb appetizer featuring mini bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful tuna mixture and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer, they combine creamy, tangy, and savory flavors in each bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 12 poppers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Tuna Mixture
- 12 oz can of tuna
- 2 tbsp mayo (or Greek yogurt)
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
Vegetables and Cheese
- 12 mini bell peppers
- Approximately 3 slices of cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Tuna Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the canned tuna, Greek yogurt or mayo, Dijon mustard, garlic salt, and onion powder. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated, creating a creamy and flavorful filling.
- Prep Mini Peppers: Slice off and discard the stems from each mini bell pepper. Then, carefully slice each pepper in half lengthwise and remove any seeds and membranes to create hollow cavities ready for stuffing.
- Pre-Bake Peppers: Arrange the pepper halves on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, flipping them halfway through the baking time. This softens the peppers slightly and prepares them for filling.
- Stuff and Add Cheese: Remove the peppers from the oven and fill each half with the prepared tuna mixture. Top the stuffed peppers with shredded or sliced cheddar cheese evenly distributed over the filling.
- Final Bake to Melt Cheese: Return the stuffed peppers to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the tuna filling is heated through and the cheddar cheese has melted beautifully, creating a hot, savory treat.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for mayo to reduce fat content and increase protein.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some smoked paprika or chili flakes on top before the final bake.
- Use sharp cheddar for a stronger cheesy taste or mozzarella for a milder, gooey texture.
- Make sure to remove all seeds to avoid bitterness in the peppers.
- These poppers can be served warm or at room temperature as a tasty appetizer.
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