Tuna Avocado Salad

Creamy avocado takes the place of mayonnaise in this protein-packed tuna salad. Fresh, clean, and ready in 5 minutes — serve in lettuce cups, on rice cakes, or over greens.

What You Need

• 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
• 2 ripe avocados, diced
• ½ red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: diced jalapeño for heat

Method

1. Drain tuna thoroughly and place in a bowl.
2. Add diced avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
3. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil.
4. Gently fold together — you want avocado pieces, not mush.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and jalapeño if using. Serve immediately.

Tips & Notes

• Assemble right before serving — avocado browns quickly once cut.
• Look for tuna packed in water with no added fillers. Pole-caught tuna is the cleanest option.

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