Avocado Tuna Salad (5-Minute Recipe)
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Key takeaways
- Combine tuna and avocado for a no-cook salad.
- Find the ingredient list, five-minute preparation method and serving ideas.
This no-cook salad combines canned tuna, avocado, celery and lemon juice. Mash the avocado for a creamier texture or dice it for a chunkier salad. The original ingredient amounts and preparation steps are below.
This recipe has not been independently tested for nutrient totals. The earlier calorie and net-carbohydrate figures have been removed because the serving basis and calculation were not verified. This salad is a meal idea, not a treatment for belly fat, blood sugar, inflammation or any medical condition.
Ingredients for this salad recipe.
Here’s everything you need to make this delicious low carb avocado tuna salad. All ingredients are easy to find at any grocery store.
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Canned tuna (in water or olive oil) | 1 can (5 oz / 140g) | Drain well |
| Ripe avocado | 1 medium | Mashed or diced |
| Mayonnaise (full-fat, no sugar) | 2 tablespoons (30ml) | Optional but adds creaminess |
| Dijon mustard | 1 teaspoon (5ml) | Adds tangy flavor |
| Lemon juice | 1 tablespoon (15ml) | Fresh is best |
| Celery | 1 stalk | Finely chopped |
| Red onion | 2 tablespoons | Finely chopped |
| Fresh parsley | 1 tablespoon | Chopped |
| Salt and pepper | To taste | Adjust to preference |
Optional Add-ins:
- Chopped pickles or capers for extra tang
- Crushed red pepper flakes for heat
- Chopped cucumber for crunch
How to Make this Healthy Salad
Follow these simple steps to create the perfect low carb avocado tuna salad. It’s so easy, you’ll memorize it after one try.
Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients
Drain the tuna thoroughly. If using tuna packed in water, press out excess liquid. Finely chop the celery, red onion, and parsley. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
Step 2: Mash or Dice the Avocado
For a creamier texture, mash the avocado with a fork. For more texture, dice it into small cubes. Both work well in this recipe.
Step 3: Combine Everything
In a medium bowl, add the drained tuna, avocado, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, red onion, and parsley.
Step 4: Mix Well
Stir everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Taste and adjust — add more lemon juice for brightness or more mustard for tang.
Step 5: Serve Immediately or Chill
This salad is best served fresh, but you can refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. If storing, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent avocado from browning.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
Garnish your low carb avocado tuna salad with a fresh lemon slice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a bright, refreshing finish. Serve immediately and enjoy — bon appétit!
Serving ideas
Serve in a bowl, spoon into lettuce leaves, or add to cucumber slices. The optional mayonnaise changes the flavor and nutrient content; check its ingredient list if you are avoiding a particular allergen. Tuna is fish, and mayonnaise may contain egg. Ingredient brands and portion sizes affect the finished meal.
About the previous health claims
The ingredients and cooking steps are provided for home cooking. We do not claim that this dish burns fat, treats disease or guarantees a particular weight or blood-sugar result. No dietitian review or recipe-testing credentials are implied.
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Related reading
For related ideas, see Cucumber Avocado Salad: Easy Low-Carb Recipe and Mediterranean Salad Dressings: Recipes and Ingredients.
