PCOS Friendly Avocado Tuna Salad
Creamy, vibrant, and packed with ingredients that actually work hard for your hormones, this tuna salad swaps out the usual mayo for ripe mashed avocado — and the result is genuinely better in every way. The avocado brings healthy monounsaturated fats that support hormone balance, while the tuna delivers lean protein to help keep blood sugar steady, which is exactly what a PCOS-friendly meal needs to do. A pinch of ground turmeric and ginger might seem subtle, but both are known for their anti-inflammatory properties, making them smart additions for anyone managing hormonal inflammation. Crisp celery and sharp red onion add texture and bite, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps everything bright and fresh. There's no cooking involved — just mash, fold, and serve — so this comes together in minutes with minimal cleanup. It's the kind of lunch that feels indulgent but is quietly doing a lot of good work behind the scenes.
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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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