Lunch

Wow! Time has really slipped away from me. I can't believe it has been over a month since I last wrote. April and the beginning of May have been quite hectic for me — I have been busy working and designing and dealing with administrative issues for my business.

Busy days often leaving me with little time for lunch. Having a home office helps, but I usually don't have time to prepare much. I do enjoy these two versions of Tuna Salad that I can whip up in a flash with the right staples on hand.

So Cal Tuna

1 can solid white albacore tuna
1 tablespoon good extra virgin olive oil
1/2 of a medium or 1 small avocado, diced large
2–3 small vine tomatoes, cut into bite size wedges or
about 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of granulated garlic or garlic salt

Rinse tuna and drain thoroughly in paper towels, squeezing out excess water. Place dry tuna in a medium size bowl, add olive oil and gently break apart with a fork. Add avocado, tomato, salt, pepper and garlic and stir. Let stand for a few minutes and enjoy.

Tuna Caprese

1 can solid white albacore tuna
1 tablespoon good extra virgin olive oil
1/2 of a medium ball of fresh mozzarella
2–3 small vine tomatoes, cut into bite size wedges or
about 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
4 large basil leaves, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Rinse tuna and drain thoroughly in paper towels, squeezing out excess water. Place dry tuna in a medium size bowl, add olive oil and gently break apart with a fork. Add mozzarella, tomato, salt and pepper and stir. Let stand for a few minutes and enjoy.