Description
Need a quick lunch that’s light, protein-packed, and bursting with creamy goodness? This Creamy Avocado Tuna Salad is your go-to fix. A perfect balance of flaky tuna and buttery avocado, seasoned with citrus and herbs—it’s everything you want in a wholesome, no-cook meal. Whether you’re after quick breakfast ideas, a healthy snack, or easy dinner inspiration, this salad checks every box. It’s ideal for meal prep, low-carb living, or just when you want a nourishing, flavor-packed dish without turning on the stove. Fresh, zesty, and satisfying—this is one recipe you’ll be making on repeat.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 (5 oz) cans of tuna in water, drained
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp finely diced red onion or green onion
- 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice (plus more to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, diced celery or cucumber for crunch
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky.
- Add the drained tuna to the bowl and gently mix to combine.
- Stir in chopped herbs, onions, and lemon or lime juice.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional ingredients like garlic powder or mustard.
- Mix gently again and adjust flavors as needed.
- Serve immediately in wraps, over greens, on toast, or with crackers.