Mediterranean Tuna Salad Avocados (Print Version)

Creamy avocados filled with a zesty Mediterranean tuna blend, ideal for a light and refreshing meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Tuna Salad

01 - 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in olive oil, drained
02 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
03 - 1/3 cup cucumber, diced
04 - 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
06 - 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced
07 - 2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Avocados

13 - 2 large ripe avocados

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, red onion, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
02 - Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice, sprinkle with dried oregano, and season with salt and black pepper. Gently mix until well combined.
03 - Slice avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. Gently scoop out a small amount of flesh from each half to create a larger cavity, and set aside the scooped avocado.
04 - Dice the reserved avocado flesh and fold it into the tuna salad mixture.
05 - Fill each avocado half generously with the Mediterranean tuna salad.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley or a sprinkle of feta cheese if desired.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Perfectly balanced flavors with briny olives, tangy feta, and fresh herbs
  • Naturally gluten-free, low-carb, and packed with protein
  • Beautiful presentation that's impressive yet effortless
  • Satisfying but light—perfect for warm weather meals
02 -
  • For the best flavor, prepare the tuna salad 30 minutes ahead and refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld
  • Squeeze a little extra lemon juice over the exposed avocado flesh to prevent browning if not serving immediately
  • Use a melon baller to neatly scoop out avocado flesh for a more elegant presentation
  • Reserve a few pinches of the colorful ingredients to sprinkle on top for visual appeal
  • For meal prep, prepare the tuna salad ahead of time but wait to cut the avocados until just before serving
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