Description
A delicious and healthy tuna avocado salad that is perfect for a light meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna (in water or olive oil)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup diced tomatoes or cucumber
Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and set aside.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Squeeze in the fresh lime juice to prevent browning, then mix in red onion and cilantro.
- Gently fold in the drained tuna until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve on whole-grain bread, in lettuce wraps, or enjoy directly from the bowl.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time but is best served fresh.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg