Tropical Tuna and Avocado Salad Bowl
This vibrant Tropical Tuna and Avocado Salad Bowl mixes creamy avocados, zesty serrano peppers, and refreshing fruits like bananas and apples for a uniquely flavorful culinary experience. Tossed with pecans and a splash of zesty Italian dressing, this refreshing dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, combining protein-rich tuna and healthy fats for a satisfying meal.
ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1-2 serrano peppers, finely chopped
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 teaspoon pure grain salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 (5 oz) can tuna, drained
- 1-2 chipotle peppers, minced
- 1/2 cup pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cooked sushi rice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons zesty Italian dressing
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup green grapes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 peach, diced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 white onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cooked bow tie pasta
steps
- 1.
In a large bowl, combine the avocado, serrano peppers, banana, apple, and lime juice.
- 2.
Add salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper, mixing gently to combine.
- 3.
In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced chipotle, soy sauce, and zesty Italian dressing.
- 4.
Stir in cooked sushi rice, pinto beans, pecans, cilantro, and thyme to the dressing.
- 5.
Fold in the tuna, strawberries, blueberries, green grapes, cucumber, tomatoes, and peach.
- 6.
Serve the salad mixture over a bed of cooked bow tie pasta or enjoy it standalone.
- 7.
Drizzle with additional dressing if desired and top with sliced red and white onions.
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