Tuna salad stuffed tomato or avocado

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Tuna salad stuffed tomato or avocado is a fresh, no-cook dish where a classic mayonnaise-based tuna salad is served inside a hollowed-out tomato or ripe avocado half. It typically features canned tuna mixed with mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings, making it a popular light lunch or appetizer in American and European cuisine.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, moderate-fat meal with relatively low carbohydrates, depending on the stuffing vessel. It provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin K from the tomato or avocado, and selenium from the tuna, with a typical serving ranging from 300 to 400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	680 mg
Selenium	65 mcg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Vitamin B12	3.5 mcg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	20 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	0.5 g

Per 1 medium tomato (180 g) stuffed with tuna salad (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this preparation is a classic example of a 'salad plate' or 'stuffed vegetable' appetizer that gained popularity in mid-20th century Western cooking. Nutritionally, using an avocado as the vessel instead of a tomato significantly increases the healthy monounsaturated fat and fiber content while adding a creamy texture without extra mayonnaise.