Tuna Salad Recipe with Apples
A bright, crunchy tuna salad that pairs creamy tuna with crisp apples, celery, and a lemon-Dijon dressing. Ready in about 10 minutes and perfect for sandwiches, salads, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main
- 5 oz tuna in water , drained well
- 1 medium crisp apple Honeycrisp or Fuji, cored and diced
- 2 stalks celery finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion very finely diced
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
Dressing & Flavor
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts or sliced almonds, Optional
Instructions
- Core and dice the apple into small pieces. Finely chop the celery and red onion. Toss apple with a teaspoon of lemon juice to prevent browning if desired.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and taste.
- Flake the drained tuna into the bowl. Add apple, celery, onion, and herbs. Fold gently to combine, keeping chunks intact. Fold in nuts last if using.
- Serve immediately on bread, in lettuce cups, or over greens. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours.
Notes
- Swap half the mayo for Greek yogurt for a tangier, lighter version.
- Add chopped pickles, capers, or a teaspoon of honey for variations in flavor.
- Toast nuts for a deeper, nuttier crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 520mgSugar: 6g
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