Tuna spread with cream cheese

For the tuna spread, first drain both cans of tuna thoroughly so no excess liquid stays in the fish. Transfer the fish to a bowl and mash it finely with a fork.

Add the cream cheese to the fish and stir both together with a fork or spoon into a smooth, spreadable mixture. If you like the mixture completely smooth, you can briefly whip it with a hand mixer. For a chunkier texture with noticeable pieces of fish, a regular fork is enough.

Peel the red onion and cut it into the finest possible dice. Finely chop the capers and pickles, then stir both into the mixture.

Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon, season with freshly ground pepper and a pinch of salt. Stir briefly and adjust the acidity and saltiness to taste.

Let the finished mixture chill. Fifteen minutes in the fridge is enough for the flavors to come together, then spread it on fresh bread and garnish with onion rings or a sprig of chives.