Name: Zesty Avocado Tuna Salad Boats
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados; 1 (5 oz) can wild-caught tuna in water, drained; 1/4 cup finely diced red onion; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered; 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 small jalapeño, finely minced (optional); 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise (pescatarian-friendly); 1/2 cup cucumber, diced

Zesty Avocado Tuna Salad Boats

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This vibrant Avocado Tuna Salad is a celebration of perfectly ripe avocados, turning them into creamy boats for a fresh, zesty tuna salad. The combination of buttery avocado, flaky tuna, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber creates a satisfying mix of flavors and textures. A touch of lime and cilantro brightens every bite, while smoked paprika adds a subtle depth. This recipe comes together in minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Serve it straight from the avocado shells for an elegant, no-fuss presentation that makes the most of your avocados at their peak.

Ingredients

Instructions

Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and carefully scoop out some flesh to create a small well in each half. Dice the scooped avocado and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced avocado, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and jalapeño if using.
Mix gently until everything is well combined but the avocado still has some texture.
Spoon the tuna salad mixture evenly into the avocado halves.
Garnish with extra cilantro and a sprinkle of smoked paprika if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy with a fork or scoop with tortilla chips.