Tuna Salad With Apples Recipe
A refreshing twist on classic tuna salad, this recipe combines flaky tuna with crisp apples, crunchy celery, and toasted nuts for a delightful contrast of textures. A hint of lemon juice and black pepper enhances the flavors, while creamy mayo ties everything together for a satisfying dish.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- can opener
- Skillet (for toasting nuts)
Ingredients
- 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, or to taste
- ½ tsp fresh lemon juice, or to taste
- 1 medium onion, 1 1/3 cup finely diced
- ½ cup sliced almonds or chopped walnuts, toasted
- 1 medium granny smith apple seeded and diced3/4 cup real mayonnaise, or added to taste
- 20 oz Tuna in water, well-drained
Instructions
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, then remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
- Open the can of tuna, press the lid firmly over the tuna to drain out as much water as possible, and transfer the tuna to a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the apples and celery, then add them to the bowl along with the cooled nuts.
- Season the mixture with a pinch of black pepper and ½ teaspoon of lemon juice, adjusting to taste.
- Finally, mix in mayonnaise gradually, adding a little at a time until the salad reaches your desired level of creaminess.
Notes
- Use a crisp apple variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji for the best texture and sweetness.
- Lightly mashing the tuna with a fork before mixing helps distribute the flavors evenly.
- For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard or a drizzle of honey.