Description
This Apple Tuna Salad is a delightful mix of flavors and textures, combining tender tuna with crunchy apples and nuts, all tossed in a tangy yogurt dressing. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Tuna Salad:
- 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water, drained
- 1 crisp apple (such as Gala or Honeycrisp), diced
- 1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Tuna Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced apple, celery, red onion, and nuts if using.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and stir gently until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately on lettuce wraps, whole grain toast, or crackers. Chill for 15 minutes before serving for a more refreshing taste.
Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt (or mayo), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, add a few halved grapes or raisins.
- This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
