Avocado Chickpea Tuna Salad 🥑🐟
A protein-packed, creamy, and refreshing twist on classic tuna salad—no mayo needed! Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or greens.
Ingredients (Serves 2-3)
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1 (5 oz) can tuna in water, drained
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1 ripe avocado, mashed
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½ cup cooked chickpeas (or canned, rinsed)
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¼ cup red onion, finely diced
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¼ cup celery, diced
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
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1 tbsp lemon juice (or lime)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
Optional Add-Ins
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Halved cherry tomatoes
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Sliced cucumber
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Crumbled feta cheese
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Toasted whole-grain bread or lettuce cups
Instructions
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Mash avocado in a bowl until smooth.
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Mix in tuna, chickpeas, red onion, celery, herbs, lemon juice, Dijon, and spices.
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Adjust seasoning—add more lemon for tang or salt for flavor.
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Serve chilled on toast, in a wrap, or over greens.
Why You’ll Love It
✅ No mayo (avocado adds creaminess + healthy fats!)
✅ High protein (tuna + chickpeas = ~20g per serving)
✅ Meal-prep friendly (stores 1 day in fridge—add lemon to prevent browning).
Great for: Lunchboxes, post-workout meals, or a quick summer dish! 🌿
Want it spicier? Add sriracha or pickled jalapeños! Let me know if you’d like a vegan version (swap tuna for mashed chickpeas).