Avocado Chickpea Tuna Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced avocado, and canned tuna.
• STEP 2.Add chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl.
• STEP 3.In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
• STEP 4.Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
• STEP 5.Serve the avocado chickpea tuna salad immediately or refrigerate for later use.
• STEP 6.This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• You can customize this salad by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots.
• For extra flavor, you can add fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley.
• If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can add a dollop of Greek yogurt to the dressing mixture.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the avocado chickpea tuna salad as a main dish or as a side salad.
• You can enjoy it on its own or serve it with whole grain bread or crackers.
• To store, transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate.
• Before serving, give the salad a quick toss to redistribute the dressing.