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Keto Tuna Melt Poppers

Keto Tuna Melt Poppers: Irresistibly Cheesy and Low-Carb

Discover Keto Tuna Melt Poppers, a cheesy and low-carb snack that combines savory tuna and creamy cheese in mini bell peppers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 poppers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Keto
Calories: 195
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Poppers
  • 12 pieces Mini Bell Peppers
  • 1 can Canned Tuna well-drained
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt or Mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese or substitute with pepper jack or mozzarella
Optional Additions
  • 1/4 cup Diced Jalapeños for spice
  • 1/4 cup Cooked Bacon Bits

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the tuna mixture by combining canned tuna, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, garlic salt, and onion powder in a bowl.
  3. Slice mini bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Place on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake the bell peppers for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Fill each pepper half generously with the tuna mixture.
  6. Sprinkle cheese evenly over the filled peppers and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
  7. Serve the Keto Tuna Melt Poppers warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 3poppersCalories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked poppers for up to 3 months.

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