How to Make a Healthy Tuna Dip

I remember being off school during the summer holidays and my mum was watching a cooking show. The presenter was sharing how to make a Maltese tuna dip, which my mum then tried. To this day, we still make this delicious tuna dip and have since introduced it to my British hubby which he absolutely loves.

I spent my entire childhood eating this tuna dip, mainly with galetti (maltese water crackers) but it can also be eaten with yummy sourdough bread! Let's make the tuna dip together.

Tuna Dip Ingredients

• 1 can tuna in olive oil (drained) (about 150g)

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for richness)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice (for freshness)

• 1 tsp capers (chopped, for a briny kick)

• 4–5 green or black olives (chopped, for extra flavor)

• 1 small garlic clove, minced

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth of flavor)

• ½ tsp black pepper (to taste)

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• Fresh parsley or basil (chopped, for garnish)

  
  

How to Make a Tuna Dip:

1. Prepare the Ingredients

• Drain the tuna and place it in a bowl.

• Chop the capers, olives, and fresh parsley (or basil).

• Mince the garlic finely.

  
  

2. Mix the Dip

• In a bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.

• Add the capers, olives, garlic, salt, and black pepper.

• Mix well until the dip is smooth and creamy.

  
  

3. Adjust the Texture

• For a chunkier dip, lightly mash the mixture with a fork.

• For a smoother dip, blend it in a food processor for a few seconds.

  
  

4. Serve & Garnish

• Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with a little extra olive oil.

• Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil.

• Serve with galletti (Maltese crackers), crusty bread, or vegetable sticks.

  
  

Tips for the Best Maltese Tuna Dip

✔ Make it Spicier – Add a pinch of chili flakes.

✔ Make it Creamier – Add a little more mayonnaise.

✔Store it Properly – Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.