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Avocado Tuna Salad

Avocado Tuna Salad: A Creamy, Keto Delight in Minutes

This Avocado Tuna Salad is a quick, nutritious, and delicious recipe that combines creamy avocado and protein-packed tuna while being keto-friendly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna drained
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 large Avocado ripe
  • 1 cup Pico de Gallo
  • to taste Salt
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Diced Cucumbers
  • 2 large Hard-Boiled Eggs chopped
  • to taste Fresh Herbs such as dill or basil

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Avocado Tuna Salad
  1. Prepare the Tuna: Drain the canned albacore tuna thoroughly, then transfer it to a mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Mix until coated, adding salt to taste.
  2. Prepare the Avocado: Slice and peel the ripe avocado. Place in a bowl and squeeze remaining lime juice over it. Mash lightly, leaving some chunks, and season with salt.
  3. Layer the Ingredients: On a plate, start layering with half of the avocado mixture, followed by half of the tuna mixture, and finish with half of the pico de gallo.
  4. Repeat the Layers: Add the remaining avocado, tuna, and pico de gallo to create a second layer.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately or chill briefly. Optionally, serve on lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is versatile and can be customized with various add-ins. For the freshest taste, prepare ingredients shortly before serving.

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