Keto Avocado Tuna Salad with Lemon-Dill Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-14 · Updated 2026-05-14

A fresh and creamy keto-friendly tuna salad featuring ripe avocado and a zesty lemon-dill dressing perfect for light meals or snacks. This Mediterranean-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs canned tuna in water, drained, ripe avocado, mayonnaise (full fat) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Ingredients

• 6 oz canned tuna in water, drained
• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (full fat)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 1 medium ripe avocado in half and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl. Mash it gently with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky.
2. Step 2: Add 6 oz drained canned tuna, 2 tablespoons full-fat mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill to the mashed avocado.
3. Step 3: Finely dice 1 celery stalk and add it to the bowl along with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
4. Step 4: Stir all ingredients together gently until fully combined, adjusting seasoning to taste.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately over greens or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a keto-friendly lunch or snack.