Best 4 Cilantro Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwiches Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Cilantro Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwiches, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. These sandwiches are a perfect blend of textures and flavors, featuring tender tuna, creamy avocado, tangy cilantro, and a hint of spice, all nestled between two slices of soft, toasted bread.

Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to cater to different preferences. If you're a fan of classic tuna salad, you'll love our traditional recipe with its simple yet satisfying combination of tuna, mayonnaise, celery, and onion. For a healthier twist, try our Greek yogurt tuna salad, where creamy Greek yogurt replaces mayonnaise, resulting in a lighter and more refreshing sandwich.

For those with a penchant for bold flavors, our spicy tuna salad is sure to ignite your palate. With the addition of sriracha and jalapeños, this sandwich packs a flavorful punch that will leave you craving more. And if you're looking for a vegetarian alternative, our chickpea salad sandwich offers a delightful mix of chickpeas, avocado, cucumber, and feta cheese, all tossed in a tangy dressing.

No matter your taste preferences, our Cilantro Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwiches and the accompanying recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings. So grab your aprons, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you savoring every bite.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PAN-SEARED TUNA WITH AVOCADO, SOY, GINGER, AND LIME



Pan-Seared Tuna with Avocado, Soy, Ginger, and Lime image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 big handfuls fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno, sliced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, grated
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Pinch sugar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (6-ounce) block sushi-quality tuna
1 ripe avocado, halved, peeled, pitted, and sliced

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cilantro, jalapeno, ginger, garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the ingredients together until well incorporated.
  • Place a skillet over medium-high heat and coat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the tuna generously with salt and pepper. Lay the tuna in the hot oil and sear for 1 minute on each side to form a slight crust. Pour 1/2 of the cilantro mixture into the pan to coat the fish. Serve the seared tuna with the sliced avocado and the remaining cilantro sauce drizzled over the whole plate.

CILANTRO-AVOCADO TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



Cilantro-Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwiches image

Lime juice and cilantro in tuna salad - who knew? This recipe for avocado tuna salad came to me as a way to have a protein-packed meal with lots of pizzazz. -Heather Waldorf, Black Mountain, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pouches (5 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 slices whole wheat bread, toasted if desired
4 slices Muenster or provolone cheese
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Spread tuna mixture over 4 slices of bread; top with cheese, avocado and remaining bread. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 30g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

AVOCADO TUNA SALAD



Avocado Tuna Salad image

Great tuna avocado salad as a side dish or meal. Serve on toasted bread (gluten-free if needed), on top of greens, or enjoy it all by itself.

Provided by Dbanakis

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ripe avocado
2 (5 ounce) cans flaked light tuna
½ red apple, chopped
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon pickle juice
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut avocado in half, scoop out the flesh into a large bowl, and mash avocado with the back of a fork or potato masher. Add tuna, apple, onion, celery, toasted walnuts, mayonnaise, pickle juice, dill, Dijon mustard, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 212 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

CILANTRO-AVOCADO TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



Cilantro-Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwiches image

Lime juice and cilantro in tuna salad - who knew? This recipe for avocado tuna salad came to me as a way to have a protein-packed meal with lots of pizzazz. -Heather Waldorf, Black Mountain, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pouches (5 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 slices whole wheat bread, toasted if desired
4 slices Muenster or provolone cheese
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Spread tuna mixture over 4 slices of bread; top with cheese, avocado and remaining bread. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 30g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe avocados. They should be slightly soft to the touch and have a deep green color.
  • If you don't have canned tuna, you can use cooked chicken or salmon instead.
  • To make the salad more flavorful, add a tablespoon of chopped red onion or celery.
  • If you like a spicy salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Serve the salad on your favorite bread or crackers. Whole-wheat bread or pumpernickel bread are both good choices.

Conclusion:

This cilantro avocado tuna salad sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make lunch or dinner option. It's packed with protein and healthy fats, and it's also a good source of fiber. Plus, it's incredibly versatile - you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this cilantro avocado tuna salad sandwich a try. You won't be disappointed!

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