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Avocado Tuna Salad Recipe

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A fresh and creamy Avocado Tuna Salad combining tender albacore tuna with zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and chunky avocado, topped with a vibrant pico de gallo salsa. This no-cook salad is perfect for a quick, nutritious meal that’s bursting with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 5 ounces Albacore Tuna (drained)
  • 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh Cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice (from 1 whole lime)
  • 1 Avocado
  • 1/2 cup Pico de Gallo salsa
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt (plus more to taste)

Instructions

  1. Drain Tuna: Carefully drain the liquid from the canned albacore tuna to prevent excess moisture in the salad.
  2. Mix Tuna Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna with mayonnaise, fresh chopped cilantro, and juice from half a lime. Add salt to taste and stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Prepare Avocado: Peel and chop the avocado into chunks. Place into a separate bowl, squeeze the remaining lime juice over it, and gently mash while leaving some chunks for texture. Season with salt to taste.
  4. Assemble Salad: On each serving plate, layer half of the mashed avocado as the base. Add half of the tuna mixture on top, then finish with a generous layer of fresh pico de gallo salsa. Repeat these layers for the second serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor and to prevent the avocado from browning quickly.
  • Adjust mayonnaise quantity for creaminess preference or substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • Pico de gallo can be homemade or store-bought but ensure it’s fresh for optimal taste.
  • This salad is best served immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, on toast, or as a side to your favorite grilled meal.

Keywords: Avocado Tuna Salad, Tuna Salad, Healthy Tuna Recipe, No-Cook Salad, Fresh Lime Tuna Avocado, Quick Tuna Salad

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