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tuna stuffed avocado recipe

tuna stuffed avocado recipe

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This easy and healthy tuna stuffed avocado recipe is a family favorite, perfect for busy weeknights, lunches, or light brunches. It's incredibly simple to prepare in under 15 minutes, packed with healthy fats, lean protein, and fresh veggies. Naturally gluten-free and versatile, it can be customized to suit any taste.

Ingredients

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2 large Avocados
2 (5 oz) cans Canned Tuna, drained
2-3 tbsp Mayonnaise
1 stalk Celery, finely diced
1/4 cup Red Onion, finely diced
1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
To taste Salt
To taste Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Carefully slice each avocado in half lengthwise around the pit. Gently twist the halves apart. Remove the pit. Scoop out a small amount of avocado flesh from the center of each half to create more room for the tuna salad if desired. Set the avocado halves aside
  2. Open cans of tuna and drain thoroughly, pressing out any excess liquid
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, finely diced celery, and finely diced red onio
  4. Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix everything well until thoroughly combined, then taste and adjust seasonings
  5. Carefully spoon the prepared tuna salad mixture into the hollows of each avocado half, mounding it up nicely
  6. If using, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the stuffed avocados for garnish. Serve immediately

Notes

Select ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure for best texture.

Prevent browning by brushing exposed avocado flesh with extra lemon juice.

For enhanced flavors, allow the tuna salad to chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before stuffing.

Do not overmix the tuna salad to maintain a flaky texture.

Store leftovers for up to 1-2 days in the refrigerator by pressing plastic wrap directly onto the avocado and tuna salad surface. Browning is normal and safe to eat.