MSG Free Tuna Salad with Apples and Dill
Tuna salad gets a bright, unexpected upgrade here, with crisp diced apple, fresh dill, and a tangy olive oil dressing that makes every bite feel lively and light. The combination of Honeycrisp or Fuji apple with celery and scallion greens brings a satisfying crunch that keeps things interesting well beyond the first forkful. One of the trickiest parts of buying pre-made tuna salads or deli versions is that flavor enhancers and additives often sneak in without much fanfare — this recipe keeps things completely clean with whole, recognizable ingredients from start to finish. The dressing is simply whisked together from olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and a touch of ground ginger, so there's nothing hidden and nothing processed. Fresh dill does a lot of heavy lifting here, lending an herby, almost floral note that pairs beautifully with the mild tuna. It comes together in one bowl with minimal effort, and it holds up well in the fridge for a day, making it a smart option for meal prep or a quick lunch.
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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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