Tuna and Avocado Rillettes

Tuna and Avocado Rillettes is a easy French recipe that serves 4. 160 calories per serving. Recipe by Philippe's Kitchen on YouTube.

Prep: 18 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 28 min

Cost: $5.90 total, $1.48 per serving

Ingredients

  • 100 g Canned natural tuna (drained)
  • 1 piece Avocado (ripe, flesh scooped with a spoon)
  • 200 g Fresh cheese (St Môret type) (creamy)
  • 0.5 piece Lime (juice only)
  • 0.5 bunch Chives (washed, dried and finely chopped)
  • to taste Salt (pinch)
  • to taste Ground black pepper (a few turns of the grinder)

Instructions

  1. Squeeze the lime

    Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice using a citrus press. Set aside the juice.

    Time: PT3M

  2. Prepare the avocado

    Cut the avocado lengthwise, remove the pit and scoop the flesh with a tablespoon. Transfer the flesh to the mixing bowl.

    Time: PT4M

  3. Mix avocado and tuna

    Pour the lime juice over the avocado, add the drained tuna, then mash everything with a fork until you achieve a homogeneous texture with a few chunks.

    Time: PT3M

  4. Incorporate the fresh cheese

    Add the fresh cheese to the mixture and stir briefly.

    Time: PT2M

  5. Season

    Season lightly with salt and add a few turns of ground black pepper to taste.

    Time: PT1M

  6. Add the chives

    Finely chop the chives, add them to the mixture and stir one final time.

    Time: PT2M

  7. Chill

    Transfer the preparation to a container, cover with cling film in direct contact with the surface and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: 4°C

  8. Serve

    Remove the rillettes from the refrigerator, serve with breadsticks, crackers or toasted bread.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
160
Protein
9 g
Carbohydrates
4 g
Fat
12 g
Fiber
3 g

Dietary info: Gluten-free, Pescetarian, Low carb, low-carb, low-calorie, very-low-calorie

Allergens: Fish, Milk

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Tuna and Avocado Rillettes

Recipe by Philippe's Kitchen

A fresh and creamy spread made with canned tuna, creamy avocado, fresh cheese, brightened with lime, chives and seasoned with salt and pepper. Ideal as an appetizer with breadsticks or toasted bread.

EasyFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
18m
Prep
0m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
28m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$5.90
Total cost
$1.48
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Squeeze the lime to obtain fresh juice to prevent avocado oxidation
  • Add the lime juice immediately onto the cut avocado
  • Cover the rillettes with cling film and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to develop the flavors

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful with the knife when cutting the avocado.
  • Check the expiration date of the canned tuna before use.
  • Do not heat the plastic film in the microwave.

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