Mustard Free Tuna Salad with Apples and Dill
Tuna salad is one of those classics that can quietly sneak in unexpected ingredients, and store-bought versions or deli-counter scoops often rely on prepared condiments that bring mustard along for the ride. This version keeps things completely clean by building its bright, tangy flavor from scratch — apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and a whisper of ground ginger do all the heavy lifting without a drop of the stuff. The result is a salad that's anything but boring: crisp diced apple adds a juicy sweetness, sliced celery brings the crunch, and a generous handful of fresh dill ties everything together with an herby, almost summery lift. Scallion greens round out the flavor with a mild bite that doesn't overpower the delicate tuna. The olive oil-based dressing coats every flake beautifully, making each forkful feel light and satisfying at the same time. It comes together in minutes and works just as well stuffed into a sandwich, spooned over greens, or eaten straight from the bowl.
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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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