Tuna Salad With a Twist

By BClover

From Paleo Diet Solution Cookbook

Serves 2
Tuna is the perfect high protein food for those following the Paleo diet. Green onions, jalapenos, ginger and red chili flakes definitely give this salad a zesty bite. Served on a bed of lettuce, this dish makes for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Ingredients:
• 2 cans white albacore tuna
• 1 cup green olives, chopped
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon pickled ginger, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 head butter lettuce or mixed greens
• 1 avocado, pitted and sliced
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the lettuce and avocado. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Divide the lettuce between two chilled plates and place half the tuna mixture onto each.
Arrange half of the avocado onto each salad and serve immediately.