Chilled Tuna and Avocado Salad with Dill

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A refreshing, protein-rich salad featuring flaked tuna and creamy avocado, dressed with a zesty dill vinaigrette. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs canned tuna, avocado, dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Flake 1 can (5 ounces) drained tuna into a bowl and gently fold in 1 medium diced avocado.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently until evenly combined, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  4. Step 4: Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Step 5: Serve chilled as a light lunch or side dish.

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