Description
The Mediterranean Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocados are refreshing and packed with nutrients, making them an ideal choice for a light lunch or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans tuna in olive oil (5 oz each), drained
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/3 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 large ripe avocados
Instructions
- Begin by placing the drained tuna in a medium mixing bowl. To the bowl, add the quartered cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced Kalamata olives, finely diced red onion, and diced roasted red peppers. Infusing your salad with additional flavor, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese, and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the mixture. Next, drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Don’t forget to add the dried oregano and the seasoning of salt and black pepper. Use a gentle folding motion to combine all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring that each component is well-coated and evenly distributed.
- Now it’s time to prepare the avocados. Carefully slice each avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit. Using a spoon, gently scoop out a little bit of the avocado flesh to create more room for your delicious tuna salad. Set aside the scooped avocado flesh for later use. After that, take the reserved avocado flesh and dice it into small pieces. Gently fold these avocado chunks into the tuna salad mixture, adding creaminess to the dish without overpowering the flavor of the tuna and other ingredients.
- With your tuna salad ready, it’s time to assemble your masterpiece! Generously fill each hollowed avocado half with the Mediterranean tuna salad mixture. Make sure to heap it high to showcase the vibrant colors of the salad. Once filled, you can garnish the stuffed avocados with additional parsley or some extra crumbled feta cheese for that final touch. Serve immediately and enjoy the medley of flavors!
Notes
To prevent browning, prepare the avocado just before serving. For a creamier texture, consider incorporating Greek yogurt or mayonnaise into the tuna salad. This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers for a day in the fridge, ensuring an airtight container is used.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Protein: 20 g