Description
This vibrant Cranberry Tuna Salad served on crisp apple slices offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Ideal for a quick, healthy lunch or snack, it combines creamy tuna salad with the natural crunch and sweetness of fresh apples, complemented by the tartness of dried cranberries.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt as a substitute)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 (5 oz.) can tuna (packed in water, well-drained)
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
Serving
- 1 medium sweet apple (Pink Lady, Honeycrisp, or similar)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tuna Salad: In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), apple cider vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well to create a creamy dressing.
- Add Tuna and Cranberries: Flake the drained tuna into the bowl with the dressing. Stir in the dried cranberries until everything is evenly combined.
- Slice the Apple: Wash the apple and slice it into thin, even rounds or wedges, leaving the skin on for added texture and nutrients.
- Assemble the Salad on Apple Slices: Arrange the apple slices on a plate and spoon the cranberry tuna salad mixture onto each slice, creating bite-sized, flavorful servings.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy this refreshing and healthy snack or light meal immediately to retain the crispness of the apples.
Notes
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier version.
- Use any sweet apple variety like Pink Lady, Honeycrisp, or Fuji for best flavor and crunch.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prep; however, keep the salad and apple slices separate until ready to serve for optimal freshness.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped celery or green onion for extra crunch and flavor, if desired.
- For a lower sodium option, use low-sodium canned tuna and adjust salt accordingly.
