Description
This classic tuna salad sandwich is quick, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. Made with creamy tuna salad and your choice of bread, this sandwich is a nutritious and satisfying meal that you can customize to suit your preferences. Whether for lunch, a snack, or meal prep, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Tuna Salad:
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna, drained
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon pickle relish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the Sandwich:
- 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, multigrain, or gluten-free)
- 4 leaves of lettuce
- Sliced tomatoes (optional)
- Butter or mayonnaise for spreading (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tuna Salad:
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. Mix well.
- Stir in the celery, red onion, and pickle relish (if using).
- Add the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until evenly combined.
- Assemble the Sandwiches:
- Toast the bread slices if desired for added crunch and flavor.
- Spread a thin layer of butter or mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice (optional).
- Place a leaf of lettuce on four slices of bread.
- Evenly distribute the tuna salad on top of the lettuce.
- Add sliced tomatoes, if using, and top with the remaining bread slices.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice each sandwich in half for easy serving.
- Pair with chips, a salad, or fresh fruit for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute mayonnaise with mashed avocado or plain Greek yogurt.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.
- Tuna salad can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Lunch, Snack
- Method: Mixing and Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Tuna Salad Sandwich, Easy Tuna Recipe, Classic Tuna Sandwich, Lunch Ideas, Quick Sandwich Recipe