Description
Indulge in the creamy, flavorful goodness of this irresistible avocado tuna salad. Combining ripe avocados with tender tuna and fresh vegetables, this dish is perfect for picnics, light lunches, or casual gatherings. The vibrant flavors and satisfying texture will have everyone asking for seconds. Quick to prepare, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy choice any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna (packed in water or olive oil)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the avocados, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion into small pieces.
- Mash the avocados in a mixing bowl until creamy but slightly chunky.
- Gently fold in the drained tuna and chopped vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the avocado-tuna mixture and stir gently until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with herbs or lemon slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg