Creamy ripe avocados filled with a flavorful tuna salad made with crunchy veggies, zesty lemon, and light seasoning. Low-carb, high-protein, and ready in minutes—no cooking required!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2)
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2 ripe avocados, halved & pitted
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1 can (5 oz / 140g) tuna, drained
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2 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
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2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
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2 tbsp celery or cucumber, finely chopped
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: chili flakes, Dijon mustard, or paprika
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Avocados
Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and slightly scoop out centers to make room for filling.
2️⃣ Make Tuna Filling
In a bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise (or yogurt), lemon juice, onion, celery, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3️⃣ Adjust Flavor
Taste and add extra lemon, seasoning, or spice if desired.
4️⃣ Stuff Avocados
Spoon tuna mixture generously into avocado halves.
5️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with paprika, chili flakes, or extra herbs. Serve immediately.
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Add diced apple or corn for sweetness
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Swap mayo with mashed avocado for extra creaminess
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Add capers or olives for Mediterranean flavor
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Serve on lettuce leaves for a platter-style dish
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, but add lemon juice and cover tightly to prevent browning.
Q: Is this keto-friendly?
Yes! It’s low-carb and high in healthy fats.
Q: Can I use fresh tuna?
Absolutely—use cooked, flaked tuna.
