Avocado Tuna Salad
Delight in this vibrant Avocado Tuna Salad, where creamy avocados meet tender tuna, brightened with zesty lemon and fresh herbs. This refreshing dish is perfect for a quick lunch or a picnic treat, bursting with flavor and nutrition. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 16 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 (5 oz) can of tuna, drained
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients on your counter.
- In a large bowl, combine drained tuna, chopped red onion, and cilantro. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Halve and scoop out the avocados into the bowl. Mash gently with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine without mashing too much.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve on lettuce leaves or enjoy as is; garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use ripe avocados for the best texture; under-ripe ones will be hard. Experiment by adding diced apples for sweetness or swapping in your favorite herbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.