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Awesome Tuna Sandwich

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Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Elevate your lunchtime game with this irresistible Awesome Tuna Sandwich recipe! Bursting with savory flavors and refreshing textures, this classic sandwich combines protein-packed canned tuna with a creamy blend of mayonnaise and zesty Dijon mustard, all brightened by a splash of fresh lemon juice. Finely chopped celery and red onion add the perfect crunch, while parsley brings a subtle herbaceous note. Layered with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices between perfectly toasted bread, this sandwich is as satisfying as it is easy to make, requiring just 10 minutes of prep time. Perfect for a quick lunch or casual meal, this tuna sandwich is sure to become your new go-to favorite. Try it today for a delicious, wholesome twist on a lunchtime staple!

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Recipe Information

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Prep Time
10 min
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Cook Time
N/A
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Total Time
10 min
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Servings
2 servings
📊
Difficulty
Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items
  • 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna (in water)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons celery (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 pieces bread slices
  • 2 pieces lettuce leaves
  • 1 medium tomato (sliced)
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Pro Tip: Read through all ingredients before starting to cook!

📝 Instructions

7 steps
1

Open the canned tuna and drain well to remove excess water.

2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, red onion, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

3

Taste the tuna mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

4

Lay out the 4 slices of bread. Place a lettuce leaf on two of the slices and top with an even layer of the tuna mixture.

5

Add tomato slices on top of the tuna, distributing them evenly.

6

Top with the remaining slices of bread to complete the sandwiches.

7

Cut the sandwiches in half for easy serving and enjoy your Awesome Tuna Sandwich!

Cooking Tip: Take your time with each step for the best results!
384
cal
24.5g
protein
41.9g
carbs
13.5g
fat

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (260.1g)
Calories
384
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.5 g 17%
Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0 g
Cholesterol 34 mg 11%
Sodium 1023 mg 44%
Total Carbohydrate 41.9 g 15%
Dietary Fiber 3.1 g 11%
Total Sugars 6.0 g
Protein 24.5 g 49%
Vitamin D 1.7 mcg 8%
Calcium 87 mg 7%
Iron 3.4 mg 19%
Potassium 466 mg 10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

43.2%%
25.3%%
31.5%%
Fat: 243 cal (31.5%%)
Protein: 195 cal (25.3%%)
Carbs: 334 cal (43.2%%)