Description
This Avocado Tuna Salad is a fresh, creamy, and protein-packed dish that combines the healthy fats of avocado with lean tuna, red onion, herbs, and zesty lemon. Served in crisp romaine lettuce leaves, it’s a low-carb, keto-friendly, and refreshing option perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 large romaine lettuce leaves (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mash half the avocado and combine with tuna, red onion, and chopped herbs.
- Add olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the remaining diced avocado for ad
- In a mixing bowl, mash half the avocado and combine with tuna, red onion, and chopped herbs.
- Add olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the remaining diced avocado for added texture.
- Spoon the salad into romaine lettuce leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- ded texture.
- Spoon the salad into romaine lettuce leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Add chopped cucumbers or bell peppers for extra crunch.
- Great for meal prep—store in an airtight container and assemble before serving.
- For a dairy-free creamy option, blend in a spoonful of tahini or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch, Light Meal
- Method: No-Cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-Inspired
