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Light and refreshing tacos filled with seasoned canned tuna, fresh pico de gallo, and a creamy avocado-lime drizzle. A perfect healthy and quick weeknight meal ready in under 20 minutes.
For 2 servings
Prepare the Pico de Gallo
Make the Avocado-Lime Drizzle
Season the Tuna Filling
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Light and refreshing tacos filled with seasoned canned tuna, fresh pico de gallo, and a creamy avocado-lime drizzle. A perfect healthy and quick weeknight meal ready in under 20 minutes.
This mexican_american recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 2 servings. At 342.74 calories per serving with 20.88g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or snack.
Warm the Tortillas
Assemble and Serve
Use whole wheat tortillas and skip the olive oil in the tuna for a lower-calorie version. You can also use non-fat Greek yogurt.
Add 1 finely chopped jalapeño to the pico de gallo and a pinch of cayenne pepper to the tuna filling for extra heat.
Omit the Greek yogurt from the drizzle or replace it with a dairy-free yogurt alternative or a tablespoon of olive oil.
Double the amount of tuna and use a high-protein Greek yogurt for the drizzle to significantly boost the protein content.
Canned tuna is an excellent source of lean protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
Avocado and olive oil provide monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and can help reduce bad cholesterol levels.
The fresh pico de gallo and cabbage are packed with vitamins like Vitamin C and K, as well as antioxidants that support your immune system.
Yes, tuna tacos can be very healthy. They are a great source of lean protein from the tuna, healthy fats from the avocado, and vitamins from the fresh vegetables. Using corn tortillas also makes them naturally gluten-free.
One serving of two tacos has approximately 300-350 calories, depending on the specific ingredients used. The main calorie sources are the tuna, tortillas, and avocado.
Absolutely! Sear or grill a fresh tuna steak until cooked to your liking, then flake it with a fork. It will give the tacos a richer flavor and texture.
It's best to store the components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The avocado drizzle may brown, so press plastic wrap directly onto its surface to minimize oxidation.
