Avocado and Tuna Salad
A fresh and delightful dish that combines creamy avocado and hearty tuna, perfect for lunch or a healthy snack.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained or fresh grilled tuna, flaked
- 1 ripe avocado 1 ripe avocado, diced ensure it's ripe but firm
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnishing
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather your fresh ingredients. Dice the avocado, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Drain canned tuna or flake fresh grilled tuna.
Dressing
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes for a flavorful dressing.
Combine Salad
- In a large bowl, mix the tuna, avocado, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
Serve
- Garnish with parsley or cilantro and add an extra squeeze of lemon if desired. Optional toppings could include crumbled feta or shaved Parmesan.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a day. To prevent browning, keep the dressing separate until serving. Variations can include adding black olives, bell peppers, or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.