Italian Tuna Salad Sandwiches W Black Olive Dressing
Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of these Italian Tuna Salad Sandwiches with Black Olive Dressing—an elevated take on a lunchtime classic. Made with rich, flaky tuna in olive oil and mixed with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, crunchy celery, and briny capers, this tuna salad is bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flair. The star of the dish is the savory black olive dressing, crafted with finely chopped olives, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a hint of garlic for a robust, tangy finish. Piled high on toasted ciabatta rolls and layered with peppery arugula, these sandwiches deliver a perfect balance of texture and taste. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's an easy, gourmet meal that's perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Keywords: Italian tuna salad sandwich, black olive dressing, Mediterranean recipes, easy sandwich recipes, quick lunch ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5 oz cans canned tuna in olive oil
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup black olives, pitted and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 ciabatta rolls
- 2 cups arugula leaves
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and flake it into a large mixing bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, red onion, capers, and parsley to the bowl with the tuna. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the black olive dressing by combining the chopped black olives, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to create a smooth and flavorful dressing.
Slice the ciabatta rolls in half horizontally and lightly toast, if desired.
Spread a generous amount of the black olive dressing onto the bottom half of each ciabatta roll.
Layer arugula leaves on top of the olive dressing, followed by an even portion of the tuna salad.
Place the top half of the ciabatta roll on the sandwich and lightly press down.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Italian Tuna Salad Sandwiches with Black Olive Dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 119.5 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.2 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 187 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 4907 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.9 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 94.2 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1582 mg | 34% | |
*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.
