Nutmeg Free Avocado Tuna Salad
Creamy, bright, and packed with protein, this avocado tuna salad is the kind of lunch that feels indulgent without any of the heaviness. Ripe avocado stands in for mayo, giving the whole dish a rich, velvety texture that clings to every flake of tuna. A hit of fresh lemon juice keeps things lively, while turmeric and ginger add a subtle warmth that makes the flavor profile genuinely interesting. Finely diced celery and red onion bring just enough crunch and bite to balance the creaminess. Many pre-made tuna salads and spice blends sneak in unexpected seasonings, so mixing this one from scratch means you know exactly what's going in the bowl. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it an easy go-to for meal prep or a quick weekday meal. Serve it straight from the bowl with crackers, on toast, or scooped into lettuce cups for something a little lighter.
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2 servings
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Scoop the avocado flesh into a mixing bowl and mash with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining.
- 2
Add the lemon juice, turmeric, ginger, and salt to the mashed avocado and stir until evenly combined.
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