Description
Arugula Tuna Avocado Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines the peppery crispness of arugula with creamy avocado and tender tuna. Perfect for any occasion, this vibrant salad is ideal for a sunny picnic or a quick weeknight meal. With fresh ingredients and a light dressing, each bite offers delightful flavors while delivering health benefits. Enjoy this satisfying salad that will leave your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Wash arugula thoroughly and pat dry. Halve cherry tomatoes and chop cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice red onion.
- 2. In a large bowl, combine arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently.
- 3. Flake the drained tuna over the vegetable mixture and mix carefully.
- 4. Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, cut into cubes, and add to the salad.
- 5. Whisk together lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl; drizzle over salad and toss gently to coat.
- 6. Serve immediately or chill for a refreshing meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg