
Avocado Tuna Salad
Avocado Tuna Salad Looking for a light, healthy, and satisfying meal? This Avocado Tuna Salad is just what you need! Packed with protein from tuna and healthy fats from creamy avocado, this salad is the perfect combination of flavors and textures. It’s easy to make, customizable, and great for a quick lunch or dinner. Ingredients: 1 can (5 oz) tuna in olive oil or water, drained 1 ripe avocado, diced 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup cucumber, diced 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Optional: 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Optional: A handful of mixed greens or spinach for extra crunch Instructions: Prepare the ingredients: Begin by draining the can of tuna and placing it in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to gently break apart the tuna into flakes. Add the avocado: Dice the ripe avocado and add it to the bowl with the tuna. Be careful not to mash it completely; the avocado should remain in chunks for texture. Mix the veggies: Chop the red onion, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes, and add them to the bowl with the tuna and avocado. Dress the salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard (if using). Pour this mixture over the tuna and avocado mixture, tossing everything gently to combine.