Lemon Tuna Salad in Avocado
Prep
Total
Yield 2 servings
I love this salad as a perfectly light lunch whether you're in a rush or have plenty of time! Enjoy!
Ingredients
Lemon Zest Vinaigrette:
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Juice of 2 Lemons
- 1 T. EVOO
- 1 t. Honey
- Salt & Pepper, to taste
Tuna Salad Ingredients:
- 1 can of Tuna
- 2 T. Mayo (I like the olive oil mayo)
- 1/4 of an Onion, diced (yellow or red onions are great)
- 1 t. Dill Pickle Relish
- 1 T. Lemon Zest Vinaigrette (see below)
- 1/2 t. Sun-dried Tomatoes (or 1 full teaspoon if you prefer)
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1 Avocado
- Fresh Parsley for topping, optional
Instructions
- Begin by combining the vinaigrette ingredients in a mason jar, and shake well. Shake the jar right before using the vinaigrette.
- Chop up the onions, and then combine all of the tuna salad ingredients except the avocado together in a small bowl. Taste and adjust flavors as you prefer.
- Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the avocado.
- Place one avocado half on a plate, top with half of the tuna salad, and then add some fresh parsley for color if desired. Serve right away and enjoy!
Notes
Quick Tip #1: Make the vinaigrette ahead and use it as a salad dressing or on your favorite roasted veggies.
Quick Tip #2: You can make this recipe in advance by making the tuna salad and refrigerating it for the following day. Tuna salad should be eaten within 4 days of making it. Then when you're ready to eat, cut into your avocado, top each half with the tuna salad, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/2 recipe
Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
Calories 236 | ||
% Daily Value | ||
Total Fat 16 g | 25% | |
Saturated Fat 2 g | 10% | |
Unsaturated Fat 13 g | ||
Cholesterol 13 mg | 4% | |
Sodium 288 mg | 12% | |
Total Carbohydrates 8 g | 3% | |
Dietary Fiber 5 g | 20% | |
Sugars 3 g | ||
Protein 13 g | 26% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Recipe by Can Cook, Will Travel at https://cancookwilltravel.com/lemon-tuna-salad-avocado/