Tangy Tuna Cocktail

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Brighten up your appetizer game with this zesty and refreshing Tangy Tuna Cocktail, a nutrient-packed dish bursting with bold flavors and vibrant textures. This no-cook recipe combines protein-rich canned tuna with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, all tossed in a tangy lime and olive oil dressing with just a hint of optional heat from hot sauce. Served in crisp lettuce leaves and garnished with lime wedges, this light and healthy dish is perfect for summer gatherings, quick lunches, or as a show-stopping starter. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy, low-carb option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Perfect for fans of healthy seafood recipes, keto-friendly meals, and tangy flavor profiles!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 0.5 cup cucumber, diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 lettuce leaves (for serving)
• 4 lime wedges (for garnish)

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork until it is evenly broken apart.

2. Add the diced avocado, chopped red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro to the bowl with the tuna. Gently toss to combine.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper until well blended to create the dressing.

4. Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.

5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired.

6. Spoon the tuna cocktail mixture into lettuce leaves for a fresh, crunchy base.

7. Garnish with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of tangy flavor when serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (251.1g)

Calories		241
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.3 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	2.0 g	10%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		29 mg	10%
Sodium		521 mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate		9.5 g	3%
	Dietary Fiber	4.0 g	14%
	Total Sugars	2.8 g
Protein		23.1 g	46%
Vitamin D		1.7 mcg	8%
Calcium		40 mg	3%
Iron		1.5 mg	8%
Potassium		654 mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 476 cal (47.6%%)

Protein: 369 cal (37.0%%)

Carbs: 154 cal (15.4%%)