Heart-Healthy Tuna Hoagie
Discover the ultimate guilt-free indulgence with this Heart-Healthy Tuna Hoagie recipe, a perfect balance of flavor and nutrition packed into a whole grain roll! Featuring protein-rich canned tuna, creamy non-fat Greek yogurt, and zesty Dijon mustard, this sandwich is elevated with the crunch of celery, tangy red onion, and a burst of freshness from parsley and lemon juice. Topped with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and refreshing cucumber, this satisfying hoagie is ideal for a quick, wholesome meal that supports heart health. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a delicious way to enjoy a low-sodium, nutrient-dense lunch or dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) Canned tuna (in water, low-sodium)
- 2 tablespoons Plain Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Celery (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon Red onion (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- pinch Salt (optional, heart-healthy use)
- 1 Whole grain hoagie roll
- 2 leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 slices Tomato slices
- 4 slices Cucumber slices
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna completely and add it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, ground black pepper, and an optional small pinch of salt to the bowl.
Using a fork, mix the ingredients thoroughly until everything is evenly combined.
Slice the whole grain hoagie roll in half lengthwise, leaving one side attached to create a hinge.
Layer the inside of the hoagie roll with the romaine lettuce leaves, followed by the tomato and cucumber slices.
Gently spoon the tuna mixture on top of the vegetables, spreading it evenly.
Close the hoagie roll, cut it in half for easier handling if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.8 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 739 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 49.1 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1043 mg | 22% | |
*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.
