This light tuna and apple salad is crisp, creamy, and ready in minutes. Flaky tuna, sweet apple, and crunchy carrot come together in a tangy yogurt dressing for a fresh, protein-packed lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 apple, grated
- 1.5 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 can tuna in its own juice, drained
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 green onion stalks, sliced
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley
- Lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- Grate the carrot and apple on a coarse grater; immediately toss the apple with lemon juice so it does not brown.
- Flake the tuna with a fork and mix with the apple and carrot. Add the sliced green onion, yogurt, a little more lemon juice, and salt.
- Toss gently. Serve on lettuce leaves garnished with parsley.
Tips
- Toss the apple with lemon juice right away to keep it bright and fresh.
- Chill the salad for 15 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream if you prefer a richer dressing.
Nutrition: per 100 g: 86.9 kcal, protein 9.6 g, fat 3.6 g, carbs 4.2 g.
If you enjoy light tuna dishes, try our Light Tuna Corn Salad and Tuna and Egg Salad with Olives. For food safety guidance, visit the USDA website.