Avocado Tuna Salad Recipe
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4.9
Avocado Tuna Salad Recipe
Description
The salad features canned tuna drained and flaked, mixed with sliced English cucumber, ripe avocado, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. The dressing consists of freshly squeezed lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper, which is tossed with the salad ingredients to coat everything evenly. The lemon juice adds brightness and helps maintain the avocado's color, while the oil adds richness without overwhelming the natural flavors.
The combination delivers a mix of creamy avocado texture, flaky tuna protein, and crunchy cucumber alongside the sharpness of red onion. This salad can be served on its own as a refreshing light meal or paired with bread or crackers. It’s straightforward to make, requiring no cooking, and preserves the distinct taste of each ingredient.
Ingredients
- 15 oz tuna 3 small cans, in oil, drained and flaked
- 1 English cucumber sliced
- 2 avocado peeled, pitted & sliced, large or 3 medium
- 1 red onion thinly sliced, small/medium
- 1/4 cup cilantro (1/2 of a small bunch)
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt or to taste, sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine: sliced cucumber, sliced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, drained tuna, and 1/4 cup cilantro
- Drizzle salad ingredients with 2 Tbsp lemon juice, 2 Tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper (or season to taste). Toss to combine and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6as a side salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 304 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 304kcal | 15% |
| Carbs | 9g | |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 645mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 571mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 250IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 11.6mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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