Cranberry-Apple Tuna Salad Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Cranberry-Apple Tuna Salad is a refreshing and flavorful twist on the classic tuna salad. This salad combines tender chunks of tuna with sweet and tart cranberries, crisp apples, and crunchy celery. The addition of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard creates a creamy and tangy dressing that coats the ingredients perfectly. Serve this salad on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers for a light and satisfying meal.

4.7
17 Rating -
Rate
10minstotal
10m.total
Cranberry-Apple Tuna Salad
plan
Bookmark

ingredients serve

Ingredients for Cranberry-Apple Tuna Salad Recipe

  • 2 can Tuna, Drained
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1 Apple, Diced
  • 2 Stalks Celery, Diced
  • 2 Green Onions, Thinly Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • as needed Chopped Parsley For Garnish

Directions: Cranberry-apple Tuna Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine the tuna, cranberries, apple, celery, and green onions.
  • STEP 2.In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • STEP 3.Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • STEP 4.Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • STEP 5.Before serving, garnish the salad with chopped parsley and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • You can use canned or freshly cooked tuna for this salad. If using canned tuna, make sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • For added crunch, you can add some chopped walnuts or pecans to the salad.
  • Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Before serving, give the salad a good toss to redistribute the dressing and flavors.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers for a light and satisfying meal.
Nutrition
value
202
calories per serving
2 g Fat23 g Protein22 g Carbs5 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    2g
  • Protein
    23g
  • Carbs
    22g
  • Fiber
    5g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    22g
  • Protein
    23g
  • Fiber
    5g

Fats

  • Fat
    2g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    36mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    138mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    4mg
  • Vitamin B6
    58mg
  • Vitamin B9
    1206mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    42mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    51mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    301mg
  • Selenium
    19mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
show more
Recipe By Slurrp