Mediterranean Tuna Salad with Avocado & Capers Recipe
A vibrant and protein-packed Mediterranean Tuna Salad featuring creamy avocado, tangy capers, and fresh herbs. This quick and easy dish is perfect for a light lunch or healthy snack, bursting with bright, zesty flavors and wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Tuna Salad
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in olive oil or water, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 tbsp capers, drained
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for extra richness)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, gently mix the drained tuna, diced avocado, capers, finely chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped fresh parsley to integrate the flavors evenly.
- Add Dressing: Pour the fresh lemon juice over the salad along with the optional olive oil for richness. Toss gently to combine, slightly mashing the avocado to help bind the salad together.
- Season and Serve: Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately for the freshest flavors or chill in the refrigerator if preparing ahead.
Notes
- Use tuna packed in olive oil for a richer flavor, or water for a lighter option.
- Adjust lemon juice and olive oil amounts according to taste and desired consistency.
- The salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- For a gluten-free meal, confirm capers and other processed ingredients are gluten-free.
