Ingredients
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- 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
- 1 large ripe avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna and mashed avocado.
- Add the finely chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, fresh lime juice, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the salad reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a chunkier texture, mash the avocado less.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice and seasonings to your taste.
- This salad is great in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or as a dip with crackers.
- Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 40mg