Soft Lemon Herb Tuna & White Bean Mash Cups
Low Appetite Lunch High Protein

Soft Lemon Herb Tuna & White Bean Mash Cups

These soft, savory tuna and white bean mash cups are designed for GLP-1 users with low appetite, offering a small but very protein-dense lunch that’s easy to get down in just a few bites. The mild flavor, smooth texture, and gentle lemon-herb notes help reduce taste fatigue while delivering steady energy and muscle-supporting protein.

Prep time 10 min
Cook time 10 min
Total time 20 min
Servings 2
Difficulty easy
Per serving 343 cal · 30g protein

Ingredients

  • 150 g canned tuna in water, drained — flaked with a fork
  • 200 g canned white beans, drained and rinsed — rinsed well
  • 80 g plain greek yogurt, 2% fat — none
  • 15 ml lemon juice — freshly squeezed if possible
  • 10 ml olive oil — none
  • 5 g fresh parsley — finely chopped optional
  • 1 pinch fine salt — to taste
  • 0.5 g ground black pepper — to taste optional

Instructions

  1. Add the drained white beans to a small saucepan with 1–2 tablespoons of water and warm over low heat for 3–4 minutes, just until heated through but not boiling.
  2. Transfer the warm beans to a bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth and creamy, leaving a few small pieces for texture.
  3. Stir in the drained, flaked tuna, greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper (if using), mixing until a soft, spoonable mash forms.
  4. Fold in the finely chopped parsley, adjusting lemon juice and salt to taste so the flavor is bright but still mild.
  5. Spoon the mixture into 2–3 small ramekins or cups and, if desired, warm gently in the microwave for 20–30 seconds to serve slightly warm rather than hot.
  6. Serve in small portions, eating slowly; you can pause between a few spoonfuls and refrigerate the rest if your appetite is very low.

Tips for GLP-1 users

If smells trigger nausea, keep the mash just slightly warm or cool and cover it until you are ready to eat; the mild lemon and yogurt help soften the tuna aroma, making it easier to tolerate when appetite is low.

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