Description
The Avocado Tuna Salad Blend is a vibrant, creamy, and protein-packed dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. With ripe avocados, flaky tuna, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs, this salad offers refreshing flavors and balanced nutrition. It’s simple to make, naturally gluten-free, and fits beautifully into low-carb or clean eating lifestyles.
Ingredients
2 ripe avocados, diced
1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, scoop the flesh, and dice into bite-sized chunks.
2. Halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the red onion, and mince the herbs.
3. Drain the tuna thoroughly and place in a mixing bowl with the diced avocado.
4. Gently mix the tuna and avocado using a fork to combine but keep the texture chunky.
5. Add tomatoes, onion, and herbs. Fold gently to mix without breaking down the avocado.
6. Squeeze in lime juice, drizzle with olive oil if using, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
7. Stir lightly again and taste to adjust seasoning.
8. Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: avocado, tuna, healthy, salad, low-carb, high protein