Description
Enjoy a delightful blend of flavors with this Cranberry Tuna Salad on Apple Slices recipe. Perfect for a light lunch or snack, these gluten-free bites offer a satisfying crunch and creamy texture.
Ingredients
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Tuna Salad:
- 1 (5 oz) can tuna (drained)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Apple Slices:
- 1 large crisp apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- Lemon juice (to prevent browning)
- Chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Tuna Salad: In a medium bowl, mix together tuna, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, cranberries, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Apple Slices: Slice the apple into thin rounds, remove seeds, and brush with lemon juice. Spoon tuna mixture onto apple slices and garnish with herbs.
Notes
- This recipe is a great low-carb, gluten-free option for a snack or light lunch.
- For added crunch, top with chopped walnuts or sunflower seeds.
- Consider using almond or avocado oil mayo for a paleo-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 apple bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
