Tuna Avocado Salad
This tuna avocado salad is a quick and healthy recipe loaded with lean protein, heart-healthy fats, and fresh veggies. Perfect for light meals or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 large avocado, peeled and diced
- 2 5-ounce cans tuna, drained
- 1 tablespoon stone ground mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt, to taste
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped, to taste
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, finely chopped
- 1 small carrot, peeled and chopped (1/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Mash the avocado in a mixing bowl until creamy. Aim for a smooth consistency, but a few small chunks are perfectly fine.
- Add the tuna, stone ground mustard, lime juice, and sea salt. Stir until the mixture is fully combined.
- Incorporate the bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, green onion, and fresh dill. Mix until the vegetables are evenly distributed.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more sea salt and/or lime juice if needed.
- Serve immediately on toasted bread, over fresh greens, or enjoy it straight out of the bowl!