Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado

Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado is a refreshing and satisfying low-carb meal that combines creamy avocado with a zesty tuna salad. Perfect for a light lunch, this dish is both nutritious and easy to prepare, making it a great addition to your healthy eating routine.

Ingredients

• Canned tuna (in water) - 1 can (150g)
• Avocado - 2 medium-sized
• Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened) - 3 tablespoons
• Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Celery (finely chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion (finely chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Drain the canned tuna and place it in a mixing bowl.
2. Add Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, chopped red onion, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the tuna.
3. Mix all the ingredients well until they are thoroughly combined.
4. Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit.
5. Scoop out a small amount of avocado flesh to create more space for the tuna salad.
6. Fill each avocado half with the tuna salad mixture, packing it in gently.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley on top of each stuffed avocado.
8. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from tuna, which support heart health.
• Avocados provide healthy fats and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.

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