Ingredients and Weight:
- Avocado: 1 large, diced (about 2 cups)
- Tuna: 1 can (8 oz)
- Tomatoes: 2 large, diced (about 1 cup)
- Red onion: 1 small, diced (about ½ cup)
- Fresh basil: 1 small handful, chopped
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tbsp
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: None (this is a raw food dish)
Difficulty Level:
Level 2 (Simple to moderate, mainly due to the dicing of ingredients)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Dice the avocado, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Open the can of tuna and flake the tuna into a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine the olive oil and red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the diced avocado, tuna, tomatoes, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing.
- Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 calories per serving (depending on the amount of dressing used)
- Fat: Approx. 15-20g fat per serving (most of it from the avocado and olive oil)
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20-25g carbs per serving (from the fruits and vegetables)
- Protein: Approx. 15-20g protein per serving (from the tuna)
Dish Characteristics:
- Fresh and light tasting salad that combines the creamy texture of avocado with the heartiness of tuna and the acidity of tomatoes.
- Great as a starter or a light meal on its own.
- Easy to customize with different flavors and additions (e.g., add olives, capers, etc.).
User Comments:
- "Love the combination of flavors in this salad! The avocado gives it a nice creaminess."
- "Great as a light lunch or side dish. The dressing is simple but delicious."
- "Love how fresh this salad tastes. It's perfect for a hot summer day."
- "The basil gives it a nice fresh flavor. I will definitely make this again."
- "Very easy to make and comes together quickly. A great dish for a busy weeknight."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe avocados for best flavor and texture.
- If you prefer a more robust dressing, you can add more olive oil or vinegar to taste.
- Adjust seasoning according to your preference (more salt, pepper, or even a squeeze of lemon juice).
