Description
A quick and refreshing Avocado Tuna Salad combining creamy avocado, protein-rich albacore tuna, fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and vibrant pico de gallo. Perfect for a light and nutritious meal ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Tuna Mixture
- 5 ounces Albacore Tuna, drained
- 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice (from half a lime)
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt
Avocado Mixture
- 1 Avocado
- 1/2 tablespoon Lime juice (from remaining half lime)
- Salt to taste
Additional
- 1/2 cup Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Drain Tuna: Drain the tuna thoroughly in the can to remove excess liquid, ensuring the salad doesn’t become watery.
- Prepare Tuna Mix: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped fresh cilantro, juice from half a lime, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Stir well to blend all the flavors evenly.
- Mash Avocado: Peel and chop the avocado, then transfer it to a separate bowl. Squeeze the remaining half lime over the avocado and lightly mash it, leaving some chunks for texture. Add salt to taste and mix gently.
- Assemble Salad: On a serving plate, create a layer with half of the mashed avocado. Add a layer of half the tuna mixture on top, followed by a generous layer of fresh pico de gallo salsa. Repeat the layering process on a second plate to make two servings.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best tangy flavor.
- Adjust salt according to your taste preference.
- You can substitute pico de gallo with diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro if unavailable.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
