Avocado and Tuna Salad
A fresh and nutritious salad combining creamy avocado and savory tuna, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained or fresh grilled tuna, flaked
- 1 1 ripe avocado, diced to creamy perfection
- 1/2 1/2 cucumber, diced for a refreshing crunch
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved for sweetness
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp olive oil rich and healthy
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice vibrant for taste
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp salt to enhance flavors
- 1/4 tsp 1/4 tsp black pepper for a subtle kick
- 1/4 tsp 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
Garnishes
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish
- extra Extra lemon wedges optional, for a zesty garnish
- to taste Crumbled feta or shaved Parmesan optional, for added flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by dicing the avocado, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. If you're using canned tuna, make sure to drain it well. For a fresher take, flake the grilled tuna.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if you like a touch of heat.
Toss the Salad
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the tuna, diced avocado, cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly.
Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and optionally top with crumbled feta or shaved Parmesan. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For optimal freshness, add avocado just before serving. If you have leftovers, store the salad without avocado in an airtight container.