Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Rolls
Elevate your lunchtime routine with these *Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Rolls*, a nutritious twist on a beloved favorite. This quick and easy recipe swaps mayo for creamy plain Greek yogurt, creating a light yet flavorful tuna salad accented with bright notes of fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and aromatic dill. Crunch from finely diced celery, red onion, and tangy dill pickles adds irresistible texture, while nutrient-packed slices of avocado and crisp romaine lettuce bring a refreshing balance. Nestled in wholesome whole grain rolls, these tuna sandwiches deliver a satisfying, heart-smart meal in just 15 minutes—perfect for busy days or a healthy family dinner. Whether you’re seeking protein-packed, low-fat lunch ideas or simply crave a modern spin on a classic, these tuna rolls are sure to hit the spot!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5 oz cans canned tuna in water
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk, finely diced celery
- 0.25 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped dill pickles
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh dill
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 medium whole grain rolls
- 4 whole romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 sliced avocado
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the tuna. Stir until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
Incorporate the diced celery, chopped red onion, chopped dill pickles, and chopped fresh dill into the tuna mixture. Stir everything together until evenly distributed.
Season the mix with black pepper and stir again to ensure the seasoning is incorporated throughout the tuna salad.
Cut the whole grain rolls in half horizontally. Lay a whole romaine lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each roll.
Divide the tuna mixture evenly among the four rolls, spooning it on top of the lettuce.
Place slices of avocado atop the tuna mixture, then top the rolls with their other halves.
Serve the tuna rolls immediately as a nutritious and heart-healthy meal option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.1 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 2118 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 108.0 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1537 mg | 33% | |
*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.
