Ingredients
Scale
8 mini sweet peppers
1 can (140g) water-packed tuna, drained
1 ripe avocado, mashed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the mini peppers; cut off tops and remove seeds
Drain tuna thoroughly to reduce moisture
In a bowl, mix tuna with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until crumbly
Gently fold in mashed avocado, diced red onion, and olive oil
Spoon the mixture into the cored peppers until full
Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving
Notes
For freshness, use same-day drained tuna. Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat. Serve at room temperature for optimal texture. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: High Protein Snacks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 peppers
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg