Classic Tuna Toast
Elevate your snack or light lunch game with this **Classic Tuna Toast** recipe—a quick, wholesome, and satisfying dish that's ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring protein-packed canned tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, and fresh crunch from celery and red onion, this tuna salad is perfectly balanced and flavorful. Served atop golden, olive-oil-brushed slices of toasted whole-grain bread, it offers the perfect contrast of textures. A sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley adds a vibrant finish to this easy-to-make meal. Whether you're looking for a nutritious bite or a no-fuss recipe for busy weekdays, this Classic Tuna Toast is sure to hit the spot. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a personal comfort food favorite, it’s a must-try for tuna lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 ounces Canned tuna in water
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 stalk Celery
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Parsley
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Finely chop the celery stalk and the red onion. Add them to the tuna in the bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and mix all the ingredients until well combined and creamy.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with olive oil.
Place the slices of whole grain bread onto the skillet and toast for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
Remove the toast from the skillet and let it cool for a moment.
Generously spread the prepared tuna mixture over each slice of toast.
Optionally, garnish the tuna toast with freshly chopped parsley for a touch of color and flavor.
Serve immediately while the toast is still warm and enjoy your Classic Tuna Toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
860 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 2056 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 53.4 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 753 mg | 16% | |
*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.
