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Avocado Tuna Salad: A Healthy and Delicious Recipe for Your Next Meal

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This Avocado Tuna Salad is a creamy and nutritious blend of ripe avocados, flaked tuna, and crunchy vegetables, all tossed in a tangy dressing. Ideal for a light lunch or as a wrap filling, it’s both satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 can (5 oz) of tuna in water, drained
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise, if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • Mixed greens or lettuce for serving
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients: Lay everything out on the counter for a smoother cooking process.
  2. Prepare the avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
  3. Mash the avocados: Use a fork to mash the avocado to your desired consistency.
  4. Chop the vegetables: Finely chop the red onion and celery. Soak the onion in cold water if you prefer a milder flavor.
  5. Drain the tuna: Open the can of tuna, drain the water, and flake the tuna in a separate bowl.
  6. Combine the ingredients: In the bowl with the mashed avocado, add the flaked tuna, chopped red onion, and celery.
  7. Add the creamy elements: Spoon in the Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise) and Dijon mustard.
  8. Season it up: Squeeze in the lemon juice, and sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste. Add fresh dill if using.
  9. Mix everything together: Gently fold all the ingredients until well combined, being careful not to over-mix.
  10. Taste the salad: Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  11. Chill (optional): Cover and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  12. Prepare your serving dish: Use a large platter or individual bowls, laying down mixed greens if desired.
  13. Spoon the salad onto the greens: Serve generous portions of the avocado tuna salad on the prepared greens.
  14. Garnish: Add halved cherry tomatoes for color and flavor if desired.
  15. Serve immediately: Enjoy your avocado tuna salad right away!

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. If the salad browns, add a little more lemon juice to freshen it up.
  • Feel free to add diced bell peppers, cucumbers, or other vegetables to customize your salad.

Find it online: https://softtasty.com/avocado-tuna-salad/