Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado
Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado combines 15g protein with 175 calories per serving, pairing protein with whole-food fats for sustained energy. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, making it an ideal lunch that requires minimal assembly. Delivers micronutrient density alongside protein, supporting recovery without requiring additional side dishes.
Ingredients
- •Canned Tuna(142g)
- •Greek Yogurt (Nonfat)(60g)
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Olive oil(10g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Za'atar seasoning blend(10g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(10g)
- •Beans, Chickpeas, Canned, Drained(80g)
- •½ teaspoon kosher salt
- •½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(3g)
- •Avocado
- •Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
- •Radishes
- •Onion, Pickled(80g)
- •Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(60g)
- •Cashew Cheese Sauce, Vegan(60g)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the tuna, yogurt, olive oil, Za’atar, and lemon juice.
- 2In a second small bowl, combine chickpeas, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- 3Fill each avocado half with tuna salad and seasoned chickpeas. Top with cilantro, radishes, pickled onions, and feta. Drizzle with vegan cheese sauce and serve.
Nutrition — Per Serving
175
calories
15g
protein
9g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Saturated fat
- 2.7g
- Sodium
- 677 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.8g
4 servings per batch · ~145g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado have per serving?
Each serving provides 15g of protein and 175 calories with 9g fat and 10g carbs. The addition of avocado delivers nutrient-dense fats alongside the lean tuna protein in a single-dish format.
How long does Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado take to prep?
Quick prep yields 4 servings with minimal stovetop time, making this an efficient option for batch prepping lunch components. The whole recipe comes together fast enough for meal-prep days or quick assembly throughout the week.
Is Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado good for fat loss?
At 175 calories with 15g protein, this recipe is lean enough for fat loss phases while the avocado fat content keeps satiety high. The low carb count (10g) fits well into low-carb or keto-style approaches.
