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Tuna with Avocado and Raisins

Tuna with Avocado and Raisins: A Creamy, Nutritious Delight

This Tuna with Avocado and Raisins recipe is a delightful, nutritious meal packed with protein and healthy fats.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 can Tuna drained
  • 1 medium Avocado mashed until smooth
  • 1/2 cup Raisins or unsweetened raisins for a healthier choice
For the Lettuce Cups
  • 8 leaves Bibb Lettuce washed and dried
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Julienne Cucumber

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by draining the tuna thoroughly in a fine mesh strainer.
  2. Slice your avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl. Mash the avocado gently until it’s creamy but still retains some texture.
  3. Add the drained tuna to the bowl with the mashed avocado and gently fold them together.
  4. Fold in the raisins until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  5. Prepare the Bibb lettuce leaves on a serving platter, and spoon the tuna mixture into the center of each leaf.
  6. Top each filled lettuce cup with shredded carrots and julienned cucumber before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh and immediately to maintain the lettuce's crispness. The filling can be stored for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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