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Avocado Tuna Salad Blend

Delicious Avocado Tuna Salad Blend for Easy Healthy Lunches

This Avocado Tuna Salad Blend is a quick, nutritious meal bursting with flavor, perfect for easy healthy lunches.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces Ripe avocados Add creamy texture and healthy fats.
  • 1 can Canned tuna Drain well to avoid excess liquid.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved for sweetness.
  • ¼ cup Red onion Finely chopped for a sharp bite.
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro or parsley Adds a refreshing herbal note.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed for brightness.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Optional for added richness.
  • to taste Salt Season to taste.
  • to taste Black pepper Season to taste.
  • to taste Crushed red pepper flakes Optional for a touch of heat.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, scoop the flesh into a bowl, and dice it into bite-sized chunks.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the diced avocado. Finely chop the red onion and mince the herbs.
  3. Open the tuna can, drain the liquid, flake the tuna with a fork, and add it to the mixing bowl.
  4. Gently mix the tuna and avocado together with a fork, maintaining a chunky texture.
  5. Add the cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and minced herbs, using a folding technique to incorporate them.
  6. Squeeze in lime juice, add olive oil if desired, and sprinkle salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
  7. Give the salad a final gentle stir to distribute the flavors and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Chill for 10-15 minutes if desired or serve immediately on greens or with crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Freezing is not recommended, but you can freeze the tuna mixture without avocado for up to 1 month.

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