Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado (Aguacate Relleno de Ensalada de Atún)

Aguacate Relleno de Ensalada de Atún, or Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado, is a popular dish in Dominican Republic cuisine. This refreshing and flavorful recipe is perfect for a light lunch or a healthy snack.

Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado (Aguacate Relleno de Ensalada de Atún)

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 can (5 oz) of tuna, drained
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced cucumber
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the drained tuna, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, mayonnaise, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits.
  3. Scoop out some of the avocado flesh to create a larger cavity for the tuna salad.
  4. Divide the tuna salad mixture among the avocado halves, filling the cavities generously.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Knife Cutting board Bowl Spoon

Tools

Bowl Fork

Serving suggestions

Serve the Aguacate Relleno de Ensalada de Atún with a side of crispy plantain chips for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the tuna salad mixture.

Cost

$8