Description
This Cranberry Tuna Salad on Apple Slices is a quick, healthy, and delicious recipe that’s perfect for a light lunch, snack, or appetizer. With a balance of sweet apples, savory tuna, and tangy cranberries, this nutrient-packed dish offers a delightful blend of flavors in every bite. Easy to assemble and refreshingly unique, you’ll love this healthy twist on traditional tuna salad!
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt as a substitute)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
Salad Base
- 1 (5 oz.) can tuna (packed in water, well-drained)
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
- 1 medium sweet apple (Pink Lady, Honeycrisp, etc.)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and creamy. - Mix the Salad
Add the drained tuna and dried cranberries to the bowl with the dressing. Gently mix until all ingredients are well-combined. - Slice the Apple
Carefully slice around the apple core to make about 6 sturdy apple slices. Ensure the slices are thick enough to hold the tuna salad without breaking. - Assemble the Dish
Spoon the prepared tuna salad evenly onto the apple slices. Arrange them on a plate and serve immediately for a fresh and flavorful meal!
Notes
- For an enhanced flavor profile, consider adding a sprinkle of nuts (like chopped walnuts or almonds) to the tuna mixture.
- This recipe is easily adaptable—try swapping cranberries for raisins or adding celery for extra crunch.
- Be sure to use fresh, firm apples to prevent sogginess.
- For a low-carb option, serve the tuna mixture alone or on lettuce wraps instead of apple slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
