Description
This avocado tuna salad recipe combines the classic flavors of tuna salad with the creamy richness of avocado. It is a simple, healthy, and satisfying dish for a quick meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork.
- Add the mashed avocado to the bowl with the tuna.
- Stir in the chopped celery and red onion.
- Pour in the fresh lemon juice and add the chopped fresh dill, if using.
- Mix all ingredients until well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to your taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for a short time before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or a dash of hot sauce.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh, as avocado can brown over time.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg