Description
This simple avocado tuna salad combines creamy avocados, protein-packed tuna, crunchy celery, tangy capers, aromatic herbs, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious lunch or light dinner, this salad comes together in minutes and offers a burst of fresh flavors and nutrition. Ideal for gluten-free and low-carb diets.
Ingredients
Scale
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Produce
- 2 large ripe avocados, diced
- 1 medium red onion, small diced
- 3 celery ribs, small diced
- 1 fresh garlic clove, pressed or minced
- One small bunch fresh cilantro leaves, minced
- A handful of fresh dill, minced
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Canned
- 3 (5 oz) cans tuna in water, flaked and drained well
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Pantry
- 2 Tbsps capers, chopped
- Sea salt and ground pepper, to taste
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Dressing
- 1 fresh lime, juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the Avocado: Begin by dicing the ripe avocados and placing them in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the freshly squeezed lime juice over the avocados and gently toss to ensure all pieces are coated. This prevents browning and adds a tangy flavor.
- Combine the Main Ingredients: Add the well-drained tuna, finely diced red onion, diced celery, chopped capers, minced garlic, cilantro, and dill to the bowl with the avocados.
- Season and Mix: Sprinkle sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste. Using a large spoon, gently toss all the ingredients together until they are evenly mixed, being careful not to mash the avocados too much.
- Serve: Serve immediately for best flavor and texture. If preparing in advance, ensure the avocado is well-coated with lime juice to prevent browning, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For extra texture, try adding diced cucumber or sliced radishes.
- Swap cilantro or dill for parsley if preferred.
- Use canned tuna in oil for a richer flavor, but drain well.
- This salad tastes best fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2-3 days if the avocado is well coated with lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of salad
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 615mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 27mg
