Avocado Tuna Salad
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Course
Lunch
Avocado Tuna Salad
Description
Avocado Tuna Salad brings together the smooth consistency of mashed avocado with the flaked texture of canned tuna, creating a creamy yet slightly chunky salad. The mix of cucumber and celery adds crispness, while minced onion contributes a subtle sharpness. Fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley give a lively herbal note, and a dressing of olive oil and lemon juice ties the flavors together with a gentle acidity. The salad is tossed until the avocado is loosely mashed, integrating the ingredients while maintaining some texture.
The result is a balanced combination of creamy, crunchy, and fresh elements that complement each other well. It's straightforward to prepare with pantry staples plus fresh produce and doesn’t require elaborate cooking.
Serve this salad on toasted bread for a sandwich, in crisp lettuce leaves for a low-carb wrap, or alongside other light dishes. It is suitable for quick meals and can be refrigerated for up to two days for convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 (5 oz) can tuna drained, packed in water or oil
- 1 avocado roughly chopped, ripe
- 1/2 cup cucumber chopped
- 1/4 cup celery minced
- 1/4 cup onion minced, red or green
- 2 Tbsp cilantro or parsley, chopped fresh
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix with a fork or spoon until the avocado is roughly mashed and mixed through.
- Serve on lettuce wraps, toast, or in a sandwich. To store, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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