Whole Wheat Tuna Treat

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A succulent whole wheat tuna dish with bacon and avocado. Serve as a meal or as a salad.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups dry bulgur wheat

  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ pound bacon

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained

Directions

  1. Place the bulgur wheat into a saucepan with at least 3 times it's depth in water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Add water if necessary to prevent burning. When the wheat is tender, stir in a pinch of salt and simmer for 5 more minutes. When done, drain and set aside to cool.

  2. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Place the diced avocado into a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then toss with lemon juice to thoroughly coat.

  3. In a large bowl, combine the tuna and cooled bulgur wheat. Add the bacon and the avocado with its juice, and toss gently. Serve as a meal or as a salad.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

625 Calories
34g Fat
52g Carbs
31g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 625
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g 44%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 58mg 19%
Sodium 518mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 52g 19%
Dietary Fiber 15g 52%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 31g 62%
Vitamin C 9mg 9%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 771mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.