Tuna Sweet Potato Stuffed Avocado

A fresh, filling, and protein-rich meal made with creamy avocado, tender sweet potato, and savory tuna. It is easy to prepare and combines healthy fats, fiber, and protein in one delicious dish.

Ingredients

• 1 large ripe avocado
• 1 small sweet potato
• 1 can tuna, drained
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped cucumber or celery, optional
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds, optional

Instructions

1. Cook the sweet potato: Pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork. Bake at 400°F (200°C) until tender, about 35–45 minutes. Let it cool slightly, peel, and cut into small cubes.
2. Prepare the tuna mixture: In a bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add the sweet potato: Gently fold the sweet potato cubes into the tuna mixture so they remain slightly chunky.
4. Prepare the avocado: Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out a small amount from the center of each half to create enough room for the filling.
5. Stuff the avocado: Spoon the tuna and sweet potato mixture generously into each avocado half.
6. Finish and serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds if desired. Add a little extra lemon juice and fresh herbs before serving.

Q&A

Can I use canned sweet potato?
Yes. Drain it well and gently fold it into the tuna mixture.

Can I make this without mayonnaise?
Absolutely. Use extra Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

Can I prepare it ahead of time?
The tuna and sweet potato filling can be prepared ahead, but it is best to cut and fill the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

Is this a high-protein meal?
Yes. Tuna and Greek yogurt provide a good amount of protein, while avocado and sweet potato add healthy fats, fiber, and carbohydrates.

Nutrition

This meal provides protein from tuna and Greek yogurt, healthy monounsaturated fats from avocado, fiber and complex carbohydrates from sweet potato, plus vitamins and minerals from the fresh ingredients.

Conclusion

Tuna Sweet Potato Stuffed Avocado is a simple, colorful meal that works well for lunch, a light dinner, or a satisfying high-protein snack. The creamy avocado pairs beautifully with the savory tuna and naturally sweet roasted potato.