Your Tuna Salad Will Taste Like Heaven With One Simple Swap
Tuna salad is a lunchtime staple in many households. Due to its simplicity and rapid assembly, it's a convenient option when you're looking for something quick between school or work. And tuna salad's creamy and crunchy texture, as well as the density of the tuna, is sure to bring you a delicious and satiating dish in a humble, nondescript package. But since you're likely already very familiar with tuna salad, the dish runs the risk of becoming a bit one-note in your day-to-day life. Luckily, there's a simple change you can make that will level up your tuna salad to be even more satisfying.
There are actually a number of ingredients you can add to your recipe to upgrade your tuna salad, but first, it's worth focusing on swapping out your mayonnaise for creamy avocado. Once you have ripe avocados ready to go, simply mash them in with your tuna (and whatever other ingredients you choose) and get ready to be blown away by how well it works.
Why Avocado should be your new go-to
Avocado will lend great creaminess to your tuna salad. This much seems evident, but it's also worth mentioning how much lighter it tastes compared to mayo. Mayonnaise is generally fattier and oilier than avocado, but avocado's natural fats and creaminess add a similarly tasty element to tuna salad. As well, for anyone who may be allergic or intolerant to eggs, avocado is a wonderful substitute that'll keep you feeling both full and fresh.
It should be noted, though, that you don't absolutely need to use only either mayo or avocado. If you're feeling up to the task, why not try a mixture of both? However, if you're going to do a full one-for-one swap of mayo for avocado, you should definitely consider the fact that avocado will yield a blander result on its own compared to mayo, which features seasonings. You can easily remedy this by simply adding your own favorite spices, and you can also add either a dash of vinegar or a squeeze of a lemon to replicate the tangy zing that you'd find in mayo. The trade for avocado is certainly one that can spruce up your tuna salad, but that doesn't have to be where the creativity stops. Don't be afraid to experiment with new ingredients to keep things exciting.