Crisp and Creamy Apple Tuna Salad
A quick and refreshing tuna salad featuring dicedapples, celery, and red onion tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing made withDijon mustard and lemon juice. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, or a healthysnack.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American
- 1 can 5 oz tuna in water, drained
- 1 medium apple diced (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Prepare the Ingredients : Drain the tuna and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to break it into small pieces. Dice the apple into small, bite-sized pieces, and finely chop the red onion and celery.
Combine the Ingredients : Add the diced apple, red onion, and celery to the bowl with the tuna.
Make the Dressing : In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss and Serve : Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately as a sandwich filling, on crackers, over a bed of greens, or enjoy on its own. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.