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This image shows a refreshing tuna salad with apples, enriched with chopped avocados and almonds, served in a white bowl, ready to be enjoyed with any meal.

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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 209 kcal

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.
    This image shows almonds being toasted in a pan to bring out their nutty flavor, ready to be used as a crunchy garnish for the tuna salad.
  • 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.
    This image shows canned tuna being drained of excess liquid, ensuring the fish is prepared and ready to be mixed into the tuna salad.
  • Dice the apples and celery, then add them to the bowl along with the cooled nuts.
    This image shows fresh ingredients like apples and vegetables being chopped and prepared for the tuna salad, adding crunch and flavor to the dish.
  • Season the mixture with a pinch of black pepper and ½ teaspoon of lemon juice, adjusting to taste.
    This image shows all the prepped ingredients, including tuna, apples, and vegetables, being mixed together in a large bowl to form the base of the salad.
  • Finally, mix in mayonnaise gradually, adding a little at a time until the salad reaches your desired level of creaminess.
    This image shows mayonnaise being added to the tuna salad mixture, followed by a final mixing to create a creamy and well-combined dish.

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.