Low Calorie Lunch Box: Tuna and Crackers Snack Box Recipe

Tuna can, crackers, maybe some cherry tomatoes. This bare-bones low calorie lunch box is for those days when quick and easy beats everything else.

Cook 7 min Difficulty EASY 190 kcal
#low calorie #diabetic friendly #bariatric friendly #mediterranean
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • canned tuna in water 5 oz
  • whole wheat crackers 8 pieces
  • cherry tomatoes 8 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • black pepper 1 tsp
  • lemon juice 1 tbsp
  • kosher salt 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 20 g 42%
Protein 14 g 29%
Fat 5 g 29%
Serving size 125g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Drain the canned tuna thoroughly to remove excess liquid and place in a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add lemon juice, black pepper, and kosher salt to the tuna; gently mix with a fork until evenly blended.

  3. 3

    Arrange whole wheat crackers in a snack box or lunch container, spacing them to prevent sogginess.

  4. 4

    Spoon the seasoned tuna mixture onto each cracker or keep it in a separate compartment for easy assembly later.

  5. 5

    Place cherry tomatoes in a section of the snack box, ensuring they’re dry to keep the crackers crisp; seal and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The core ingredient is canned tuna in water, which provides a lean protein base and defines both the flavor and nutritional profile of the snack box.
Q. How can I keep the crackers from getting soggy?
To prevent soggy crackers, keep the seasoned tuna mixture separated in its own compartment and arrange the crackers in the snack box so they don’t touch moist ingredients. Also, dry the cherry tomatoes before packing.
Q. What is the nutritional breakdown per serving?
Each serving is about 125g and contains 190 kcal. You get 20g carbohydrates (42%), 14g protein (29%), and 5g fat (29%), making this a balanced, low-calorie option suitable for lunch.
Q. Which ingredient boosts the overall flavor?
Lemon juice and black pepper are key seasonings here—lemon adds brightness and pepper brings subtle heat, both elevating the mild tuna and simple crackers.
Q. How long does it take to prepare this snack box?
The recipe can be assembled in about 7 minutes (420 seconds) with minimal preparation: draining tuna, mixing seasonings, and arranging ingredients into your lunch box.
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