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    The Butter Half / Recipe Index / Main Dishes / Tuna Stuffed Avocados with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    Tuna Stuffed Avocados with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    By Abbey Rodriguez • Published: May 1, 2019 • Modified: Feb 16, 2020 • 10 Comments • This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These tuna stuffed avocados with cilantro lime dressing take only 15 minutes to make and taste incredibly fresh and satisfying. They are pocket-friendly, too.  All you need are five wholesome ingredients, plus the dressing. The cilantro lime dressing is fresh, and has a tart and delicious flavor that pairs well with many recipes. Make them for a healthy dinner or lunch that is simple and nourishing.

    These tuna stuffed avocados with cilantro lime dressing take only 15 minutes to make and taste incredibly fresh and satisfying. They are pocket-friendly, too.  All you need are five wholesome ingredients, plus the dressing. The cilantro lime dressing is fresh, and has a tart and delicious flavor that pairs well with many recipes. Make them for a healthy dinner or lunch that is simple and nourishing. || The Butter Half #avocado #easylunch #dinner #easyrecipe #lunchideas #thebutterhalf

    Materials needed to make Tuna Stuffed Avocados with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    • Avocados
    • Tuna fish
    • Hummus 
    • Orange bell peppers
    • Limes
    • Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free
    • Avocado oil
    • Fresh cilantro
    • Gluten free croutons or snapea crisps 

    These tuna stuffed avocados with cilantro lime dressing take only 15 minutes to make and taste incredibly fresh and satisfying. They are pocket-friendly, too.  All you need are five wholesome ingredients, plus the dressing. The cilantro lime dressing is fresh, and has a tart and delicious flavor that pairs well with many recipes. Make them for a healthy dinner or lunch that is simple and nourishing. || The Butter Half #avocado #easylunch #dinner #easyrecipe #lunchideas #thebutterhalf

    How to make Tuna Stuffed Avocados with Cilantro Lime Dressing, step by step

    Step 1: Pour the lime juice, yogurt, olive oil, water, garlic, cilantro, and salt in a blender. Blend on high speed about 2 minutes, until cilantro is well chopped and the dressing turns a light green color. Scrape down dressing from sides, transfer to a sealed container and place in refrigerator to chill.

    Step 2: Mix the tuna, mayo, bell peppers, and salt in a small mixing bowl. 

    Step 3: Cut avocados in half, lengthwise, removing the pit.

    Step 4: Fill each avocado pit with ½-1 cup of the tuna mixture. Drizzle with the cilantro lime dressing and top with crumbled crisps. Serve immediately and enjoy!

    These tuna stuffed avocados with cilantro lime dressing take only 15 minutes to make and taste incredibly fresh and satisfying. They are pocket-friendly, too.  All you need are five wholesome ingredients, plus the dressing. The cilantro lime dressing is fresh, and has a tart and delicious flavor that pairs well with many recipes. Make them for a healthy dinner or lunch that is simple and nourishing. || The Butter Half #avocado #easylunch #dinner #easyrecipe #lunchideas #thebutterhalf

    Helpful tips for making these tuna stuffed avocados

    • To keep avocados from browning, brush the avocado flesh with a bit of avocado oil or lime.
    • I use hummus instead of mayonnaise for the tuna. It's a lighter and healthier option. Make my easy Instant Pot hummus if you're running low!
    • This recipe is best made fresh and served immediately. However, the tuna and dressing can be made ahead of time, so it's an even quicker meal.
    • I like to make a double batch of the dressing and keep it stored in my refrigerator for my salads and grain bowls. Use it as a dip, too!

    These tuna stuffed avocados with cilantro lime dressing take only 15 minutes to make and taste incredibly fresh and satisfying. They are pocket-friendly, too.  All you need are five wholesome ingredients, plus the dressing. The cilantro lime dressing is fresh, and has a tart and delicious flavor that pairs well with many recipes. Make them for a healthy dinner or lunch that is simple and nourishing. || The Butter Half #avocado #easylunch #dinner #easyrecipe #lunchideas #thebutterhalf

    If you like this recipe, try these too!

    • Grilled Chipotle Lime Steak Fajita Salad
    • Grilled Salmon Tropical with Creamy Mango Dressing
    • Avocado Ranch Ahi Tuna Poke Bowls

    If you’ve tried these tuna stuffed avocados or any other recipe on the blog please let me know how you liked it in the comments below. I absolutely love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook, for more nourishing recipes like this, and behind the scenes cooking and holistic wellness tips!

    Close up of avocado stuffed with tuna and peppers and cilantro lime dressing

    Avocado Tuna Bowls with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    By: Abbey Rodriguez
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    These avocado tuna bowls with cilantro lime dressing can be made for lunch or dinner in just 10 minutes. Meaning, they're o-fish-ally the best meal ever!
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 391kcal

    Ingredients

    Cilantro Lime Dressing:

    • Juice of 2 limes
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free
    • ¼ cup avocado oil
    • 2-3 tablespoons water
    • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
    • 1 cup cilantro
    • Pinch of salt

    Avocado Tuna Bowls:

    • 2 avocados halved
    • 1 can tuna
    • ½ cup hummus or mayonnaise if desired
    • ½ cup red and orange bell peppers chopped
    • Pinch of salt
    • Snapea crisps or GF croutons

    Instructions

    • Pour the lime juice, yogurt, olive oil, water, garlic, cilantro, and salt in a blender. Blend on high speed about 2 minutes, until cilantro is well chopped and the dressing turns a light green color. Scrape down dressing from sides, transfer to a sealed container and place in refrigerator to chill.
    • Cut avocados in half, lengthwise, removing the pit.
    • Mix the tuna, hummus (or mayo), bell peppers, and salt in a small mixing bowl. Fill each avocado pit with ½-1 cup of the tuna mixture. Drizzle with the cilantro lime dressing and top with crumbled croutons or crisps. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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    Notes

    • To keep avocados from browning, brush the avocado flesh with a bit of avocado oil or lime.
    • I use hummus instead of mayonnaise for the tuna. It's a lighter and healthier option. However, using traditional mayo works great.
    • This recipe is best made fresh and served immediately. However, the tuna and dressing can be made ahead of time, so it's an even quicker meal.
    • I like to make a double batch of the dressing and keep it stored in my refrigerator for my salads and grain bowls. Use it as a dip, too!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 391kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 240mg | Potassium: 729mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1025IU | Vitamin C: 35.1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2.1mg

    Recipe originally posted in March 2017, and updated on May 1, 2019 with new photos and more detailed recipe instructions.

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    1. Megan @ MegUnprocessed says

      March 10, 2017 at 6:22 am

      I love avocado! This looks wonderfully flavorful!

      Reply
      • The Butter Half says

        March 13, 2017 at 7:27 pm

        It's so yummy!

        Reply
    2. yummy mummy kitchen says

      March 09, 2017 at 9:51 pm

      We love those snaps! And avocado boats!

      Reply
      • The Butter Half says

        March 13, 2017 at 7:27 pm

        They are the best!

        Reply
    3. Lane & Holly @ With Two Spoons says

      March 09, 2017 at 6:21 pm

      Genius! (And can I just add, I love your photography!)

      Reply
      • The Butter Half says

        March 13, 2017 at 7:28 pm

        Thank you so much! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Nicole Reid says

      March 07, 2017 at 2:50 pm

      This looks divine! I am always looking for a filling, cool meal that won't mean standing in the hot kitchen!
      Also I just tried the Harvest Snaps this week at work!

      Reply
      • The Butter Half says

        March 13, 2017 at 7:27 pm

        Aren't they wonderful?!

        Reply
    5. Kristen Chidsey says

      March 07, 2017 at 4:56 pm

      My kids have harvest snaps in their lunches almost daily! We love them! This would get them to eat tuna for sure!

      Reply
      • The Butter Half says

        March 13, 2017 at 7:28 pm

        It's a fun way to change it up 🙂

        Reply

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