Description
Zesty tuna avocado boats blend fresh ingredients from Mediterranean coastal regions into a quick, protein-packed meal. Creamy avocado vessels cradle seasoned tuna, offering you a light, satisfying dining experience perfect for summer lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 5 ounces (142 grams) canned tuna, drained
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
- 2 tablespoons chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon diced red onion
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Slice ripe avocados lengthwise and carefully extract the pits, creating hollow boats for the filling.
- Gently scoop a small portion of avocado flesh to create more space for the tuna mixture, reserving the scooped flesh.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flaked tuna with mayonnaise, tangy mustard, fresh lemon juice, and selected seasonings, blending until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Incorporate finely chopped celery or diced red onion into the tuna mixture for added crunch and flavor complexity.
- Generously spoon the seasoned tuna mixture into each avocado half, ensuring a full and rounded presentation.
- Enhance the visual appeal and taste by garnishing with fresh chopped herbs like dill or chives, sprinkle of paprika, or a few sliced cherry tomatoes.
- For optimal enjoyment, serve immediately at room temperature to preserve the creamy avocado texture and fresh tuna flavor.
Notes
- Scoop carefully to keep avocado shell intact for a beautiful presentation.
- Use fresh, high-quality tuna for the best flavor and texture.
- For a lighter version, swap mayo with Greek yogurt or mashed avocado.
- Dairy-free and gluten-free eaters can enjoy this recipe with simple ingredient swaps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg