Lentil Tuna & Avocado Salad

Aren’t we always looking for a twist on tuna? Well this is one so quick and easy you’ll look forward to lunch time! And here it is…..

Salad:

  • 3/4 cup canned cooked or canned lentils, rinsed
  • 1 small avocado, cubed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 bell pepper, sliced thinly

Dressing:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp cilantro or parsley, chopped finely
  • 1 garlic glove, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp honey

Preparation:

  1. Combine the salad ingredients in mixing bowl
  2. Whisk vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl or put in airtight jar and shake vigorously. Pour over salad and mix and EAT!
  3. If you wish to prepare it in a glass jar for use at a later time, just pour the dressing into bottom of a 1L Mason jar. I like to use a jar that is slightly bigger than my salad so I can mix it easily.

Great salad to take on the go, for picnic lunch or a quick snack!

Tip – If dressing is refrigerated, the oil will solidify. So before adding to your salad, leave it out on the counter a few minutes prior. You can also add leftover shredded cooked chicken to change it up a bit.

Zum Zum food contributor – Adrianna Paolella @fortheloveoffoodandlife

Visit cooklybookly.com/adrianapaolella for more of her amazing recipes

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *