🥑🐟 Avocado & Tuna Salad Boats

Light, fresh, and packed with protein — these avocado and tuna salad boats are the perfect quick meal or snack when you’re short on time but still want something wholesome and delicious.

With creamy ripe avocados acting as both the bowl and part of the flavor base, this recipe skips the bread and doubles up on healthy fats and satisfying texture. It’s a clean-eating win that’s naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and can be made dairy-free if you use mayo instead of yogurt.

Whether you’re meal-prepping, looking for a satisfying lunch, or throwing together a post-gym snack, these little boats hit the spot.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados, halved and pits removed
• 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained (chunk light or albacore works great)
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise (or use Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangy option)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (adds a bit of zip – optional)
• 1/4 cup diced celery (for crunch)
• 1/4 cup diced red onion (for bite)
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (helps keep the avocado from browning and brightens flavor)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, but adds freshness)
• Lettuce leaves for serving (optional – adds extra crunch and presentation)

🥄 Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Avocados

Cut each avocado in half and remove the pit.
If the avocado flesh is firm enough, use a spoon to gently scoop out a bit of the center to make more room for the filling (you can mix that scooped avocado into the salad!).
Set the halves aside.

Step 2: Make the Tuna Salad

In a medium bowl, combine:

• Drained tuna
• Mayo (or Greek yogurt)
• Dijon mustard (if using)
• Celery, red onion, and lemon juice
• A pinch of salt and black pepper
• Optional: chopped parsley or cilantro

Mix everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 3: Assemble the Boats

Spoon the tuna mixture into each avocado half.
You can gently press it in and pile it high for a more filling meal.
Serve them directly on a plate, or nestle them into large lettuce leaves for a beautiful and crisp base.

🌿 Serving Ideas & Tips:

• Add a crunch: Sprinkle some crushed almonds or sunflower seeds on top for texture.
• Make it spicy: Mix in a dash of hot sauce or some chopped jalapeño for a kick.
• Turn it into a bowl: Dice the avocado instead and mix everything together like a traditional tuna salad – perfect for wraps, rice bowls, or sandwiches.
• Meal prep: Make the tuna mix ahead and store it in the fridge. Fill fresh avocado halves right before serving for best texture.

💡 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Ready in under 10 minutes
• Nutrient-packed: healthy fats, protein, fiber
• No cooking required
• Customizable with whatever you’ve got in the fridge
• Perfect for keto, paleo, or gluten-free lifestyles

🥗 Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring.

These avocado and tuna salad boats are proof that simple ingredients can create something truly satisfying. Try them once, and they just might become your new go-to lunch!