Zesty Mediterranean Tuna & Avocado 'Crackerless' Stack

High Protein

A 540-calorie Lunch recipe from MunchInIt. Serves 2. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5oz) high-quality Albacore tuna, drained
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain) or light mayo
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced into thin coins
• 1 large ripe avocado, sliced into wedges
• 1/4 cup pickled red onions
• 2 tbsp capers, drained
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest plus a squeeze of juice
• 1 cup wild arugula
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Flaky sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prep: Flake the tuna into a bowl and mix with Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon zest, juice, and chopped dill.
2. Season the tuna mixture with a pinch of salt and plenty of cracked black pepper.
3. On two large dinner plates, create a vibrant base layer using the wild arugula and cucumber coins.
4. Scoop generous portions of the tuna salad into the center of the greens.
5. Fan out the avocado wedges around the tuna and top with pickled red onions and capers.
6. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and a final drizzle of extra virgin olive oil if desired.
7. Top tip: Use cucumber slices instead of crackers for a refreshing, low-carb crunch that keeps the meal light yet satisfying.