Ingredients
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For the Dressing:
- 1 ripe avocado (peeled and pitted)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons chives (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons basil (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
For the Salad:
- 2 cans tuna (5 oz each, drained)
- 1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup celery (diced)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- Mixed greens or lettuce (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, chives, and basil. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Mix the Tuna:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the drained tuna and flake it gently with a fork.
Add the Veggies:
- Toss in the diced cucumber, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Combine Everything:
- Pour the Green Goddess dressing over the tuna and vegetables. Gently fold everything together until well combined.
Serve:
- Serve the salad on a bed of mixed greens, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
Optional Chill:
- Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes for flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, serve in lettuce wraps or as a topping for sliced avocado.
- Add grains like quinoa or farro to make the salad more filling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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