Gut Friendly Tuna Salad with Apples and Dill
Crisp apple, fresh dill, and flaky tuna come together in a salad that feels light and bright without sacrificing any satisfaction. The combination of textures — tender tuna, crunchy celery, and juicy diced apple — makes every bite genuinely interesting. Instead of heavy mayo, the dressing is built on extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a squeeze of lemon juice, which keeps things clean and easy on the digestive system. A pinch of ground ginger adds a subtle warmth that quietly supports gut comfort, while the scallion greens deliver mild onion flavor without the harder-to-digest white parts. Fresh dill ties everything together with an herby lift that makes this feel far more special than a standard can-of-tuna situation. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it an ideal option when you want something nourishing that won't leave you feeling weighed down.
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2 servings
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
- 1 medium apple (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and diced small
- 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- 2 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Drain the tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to break up any large chunks into flakes.
- 2
Add the diced apple, sliced celery, scallion greens, and fresh dill to the bowl with the tuna.
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