Name: Easy Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted; 1 can (5 oz) tuna packed in water, drained; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 celery stalk, finely diced; 1 small red onion, finely diced; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional: chopped fresh parsley or dill, cherry tomatoes for garnish

Description

Easy Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado is a quick, healthy, and satisfying low-carb dish featuring creamy ripe avocados filled with flavorful tuna salad made from simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for lunch, light dinners, or nutritious snacks, this gluten-free recipe is ready in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
1 can (5 oz) tuna packed in water, drained
2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 celery stalk, finely diced
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: chopped fresh parsley or dill, cherry tomatoes for garnish

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Spoon the tuna salad evenly into each avocado half.
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with cherry tomatoes if desired.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add hot sauce or chopped jalapeños to the tuna salad.Add chopped pickles or nuts for extra crunch.Try a Mediterranean twist by including chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese.Use dairy-free mayonnaise or omit Greek yogurt to keep it dairy-free.Use cilantro, basil, or chives as herb alternatives.To prevent avocado browning, brush halves with lemon juice before stuffing.