Best 8 Apple Pecan Tuna Salad Recipes

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Apple pecan tuna salad is a delightful culinary creation that combines the delicate flavor of tuna with the sweet crunch of apples and pecans. This classic dish can be enjoyed as a sandwich filling, a salad, or even as a dip. With its versatility and health benefits, apple pecan tuna salad is a perfect choice for those seeking a nutritious and flavorful meal.

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TUNA SALAD WITH APPLES, CELERY & PECANS



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Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2- 12 oz cans chunk white albacore tuna in water, drained
1 1/2 Gala or Honeycrisp apples,chopped
3 stalks celery, diced
1/2 C halved pecans
1 2/3 C mayonnaise (liquid measuring cup)
1 Tbsp mustard
1/2 lemon juiced
cracked pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together using a fork drained tuna, chopped apples, diced celery and halved pecans in a large mixing bowl. Add mayo, mustard, lemon juice and cracked pepper. Mix well, making sure all tuna is shredded. Serve on croissants or with crackers.

APPLE PECAN SALAD



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I remember being excited right before Thanksgiving and Christmas, because that's when my family made this salad. There were five children and only the oldest helped peel the apples. It was fun when one of our boyfriends would come for the holiday for the first time. My dad would give him a huge bowl of grapes, hand him a sharp paring knife and tell him to start peeling. We all kept a straight face until he had the first grape peeled. -Debra Slone, Crossville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup Miracle Whip
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup sugar
3 pounds medium apples, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound seedless red grapes, halved
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
3 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Whisk together Miracle Whip, milk and sugar until smooth. Place fruits in another bowl; add dressing and toss to coat. Gently stir in marshmallows and pecans. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 14g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE-PECAN SALAD



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This quick and easy salad features apple, pecans, berries and salad greens - a perfect side dish that's ready in 10 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup chopped Gala apple
1/3 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/3 cup candied pecans
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, toss salad greens, apple, cranberries and pecans.
  • In small bowl, stir lemon juice, oil, honey and salt with wire whisk until well blended. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 249 mg

APPLE TUNA SANDWICHES



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My husband and his buddies love to pack this tasty lunch when they go on fishing trips. My tangy tuna sandwich recipe gets fun flavor from sweet pickle relish and lots of crunch from apples, celery and walnuts. Each satisfying sandwich is a complete meal in itself. -Ivy Eresmas, Dade City, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon sugar
1 pouch (7.1 ounces) light water-packed tuna
1/2 cup chopped red apple
6 slices reduced-calorie bread, toasted
6 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in tuna and apple. Spread 1/2 cup tuna mixture on three slices of bread. Top with lettuce and remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE PECAN TUNA SALAD



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I grew up eating tuna salad made with sour pickles, onions, and mayonnaise. When I married, my m-in-law made a delicious tuna salad with apples as one of the main ingredients. I LOVED it and began to use that recipe. My husband likes pecans (Texas' state nut) in everything, so I always add a handful, but they are optional. It's better to begin with the chopped apple so you can sprinkle lemon juice over the pieces to keep them from turning brown. I also prefer unpeeled apples. I am saying this makes 6 servings because we like THIN sandwiches. I also sometimes make my sandwich ingredients the night before because allowing to set a while makes the flavors blend.

Provided by BDH9556

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 sandwiches (thin), 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small granny smith apple, unpeeled cored and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice (or however much needed to coat apple pieces)
1 (5 ounce) can tuna fish, drained (do not use foil packaged, too fishy)
2 celery ribs, cleaned and chopped
1 tablespoon onion, grated (sweet kind is best)
5 tablespoons mayonnaise (we like the flavor and texture of "Real" better than "Lite")
1/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped (optional)
1 pinch sugar, to taste
1 pinch salt, to taste
12 slices whole wheat bread, sandwich sliced

Steps:

  • Chop unpeeled Granny Smith (or any tart, crunchy apple -- Fuji and Gala are also good).
  • Sprinkle lemon juice (fresh or bottled) over apples and toss to coat evenly.
  • Add drained tuna fish and flake, mixing with apples.
  • Add celery, onion, and mayonnaise. Amount of mayonnaise may be adjusted according to texture preference. More crumbly (less mayonnaise) is better to eat with a fork on a lettuce leaf. More "pastey" texture is better for sandwiches.
  • Taste, and add a pinch of sugar and salt if needed. (Some apples require a tiny bit of sugar).

APPLE, POMEGRANATE, AND PECAN SALAD



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A great and tasty salad showcasing the flavors of fall.

Provided by KenzieKook

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup pomegranate juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
¼ cup canola oil
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped
1 (5 ounce) package baby spinach
⅔ cup pomegranate seeds
⅓ cup candied pecans
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine pomegranate juice, balsamic vinegar, Dijon, and honey in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until combined. Keep the blade running and slowly pour canola oil in through the food chute until smooth. Add salt and pepper and set dressing aside.
  • Toss apples, spinach, pomegranate seeds, pecans, and feta cheese together in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing on top and toss until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 186.7 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

SOUTHERN APPLE TUNA SALAD



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I grew up eating a similar tuna salad, I have since adjusted it to be a little healthier than before. The apples make it fresh and delicious! Serve on bread of your choice with lettuce. Yum!

Provided by eutopiaofapril

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon mayonnaise, or more if needed
1 small apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
¼ small onion, minced
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
½ teaspoon dill weed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the tuna, olive oil, mayonnaise, apple, onion, relish, and dill together in a bowl until evenly mixed. Season with salt and pepper. You can serve immediately, though is tastes much better after being refrigerated overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 121 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

PECAN WAFFLES WITH TUNA-APPLE SALAD



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Make and share this Pecan Waffles With Tuna-Apple Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 27

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup pecans
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup pecans
2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/3 cups milk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
2 teaspoons honey
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 (12 1/4 ounce) cans white meat tuna (in water or oil)
2 Red Delicious apples, cored and cut into small dice (do not peel)
2 celery ribs, cut into small dice
1 large red bell pepper, seeded, deveined, and cut into small dice
6 scallions, finely sliced (white part only)
1/2 cup plump moist currants
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Make the salad: In a bowl, whisk the mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, and honey together; slowly add the olive oil, whisking all the while, until the dressing is well blended and does not separate.
  • Whisk in the buttermilk.
  • Drain the tuna and empty it into the bowl, pulling it out of the cans with the tines of a fork--a method that produces large chunks.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and toss to mix; taste and add more salt/pepper, if needed.
  • Make the waffles: preheat your waffle iron; if you want to hold the finished waffles until serving time, preheat your oven to 200°.
  • Melt the butter; reserve.
  • Put the 1/3 cup pecans into the workbowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade; pulse several times to finely chop.
  • Turn the chopped nuts out onto a piece of waxed paper and reserve.
  • Add the flour and 1/2 cup pecans into the workbowl and pulse several times to mix, then process until the nuts are pulverized.
  • Add in the baking powder, salt, and pepper; pulse once or twice to mix.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs; with the motor running, add the egg mixture to the food processor, processing until just blended.
  • Add the melted butter and pulse 3 times.
  • Add the parsley, chives, and reserved chopped pecans; pulse to mix.
  • You can either pour the batter onto the iron directly from the workbowl or transfer the batter to a wide-mouthed pitcher or bowl.
  • Lightly spray or butter the grids or your iron; brush or spray the grids again only if subsequent waffles stick.
  • Spoon out 1/2 cup of batter (or the amount recommended by your waffles manufacturer) onto the iron and spread it gently across the grids with a metal spatula or wooden spoon.
  • Close the lid and bake until very lightly browned and nicely crisped.
  • Serve immediately or keep finished waffles, in a single layer, on a rack in the preheated oven while you make the rest of the batch.
  • You can enjoy these waffles when they're just slightly warm or even at room temperature, but their flavor is nuttier when they are hot.
  • Serve--toss the salad once before serving; place a waffle in the center of a plate and top with a generous helping of Tuna-Apple Salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 836.1, Fat 57, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 142.8, Sodium 1118.2, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 18.2, Protein 37.5

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe apples and pecans.
  • If you don't have celery, you can substitute another crunchy vegetable, such as carrots or jicama.
  • If you want a milder flavor, use mayonnaise instead of Miracle Whip.
  • If you're serving the salad as a sandwich spread, toast the bread before assembling the sandwiches.
  • For a fun and easy appetizer, serve the salad in lettuce cups.

Conclusion:

Apple pecan tuna salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy meal or a hearty and satisfying salad, apple pecan tuna salad is a great option.

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