Avocado Tuna Salad
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4.6
Avocado Tuna Salad
Description
The Avocado Tuna Salad features diced avocados that provide a creamy base contrasting with the firm cherry tomatoes and sharpness of thinly sliced red onion. Tuna packed in oil is added, with about half the oil drained to control richness while retaining moisture. Chopped cilantro adds herbal brightness, and a tablespoon of lemon juice imparts mild acidity to lift the flavors. Salt and pepper are adjusted to taste, making a well-seasoned but fresh dish.
The salad is mixed gently to combine the elements without mashing the avocado too much, preserving textural contrasts. This no-cook preparation is quick and relies on fresh ingredients for flavor and color balance.
Serving this salad chilled is ideal. It can be accompanied by bread, crackers, or leafy greens for a fuller meal or enjoyed alone as a nutrient-rich snack or light meal.
Ingredients
- 2 avocado
- 3 cups cherry tomato or tomato medley
- ½ red onion
- 5 oz. tuna in oil some oil drained
- 1 cilantro small bunch
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the cherry tomatoes and avocados into small pieces. Slice the onion thinly and chop the cilantro.
- Place the veggies into a large mixing bowl. Add the tuna, lemon juice, and a generous amount of salt and pepper. Mix well.
Notes
- Drain approximately half of the oil from the canned tuna to control salad moisture and richness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 435 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 435kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 201mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 1671mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 16g | 64% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 2195IU | 44% |
| Vitamin C | 55.6mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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