Low Sodium Classic Tuna Sub
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Low Sodium Classic Tuna Sub—an irresistibly fresh and wholesome twist on a traditional favorite. Crafted with heart-healthy unsalted canned tuna and creamy plain Greek yogurt as a low-sodium alternative to mayonnaise, this sandwich is brimming with flavor and texture. Crunchy celery, zesty red onion, tangy lemon juice, and a sprinkle of fresh dill bring a vibrant and herbaceous depth to the tuna filling, while crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and refreshing cucumber add layers of garden-fresh goodness. All of this is nestled inside a toasted whole wheat submarine roll for a nutrient-packed and satisfying bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for on-the-go meals or easy weekday lunches, this delicious tuna sub proves that you don’t need excess salt to savor big, bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna in water, unsalted
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened
- 0.25 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 rolls whole wheat submarine rolls, low sodium
- 4 leaves romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.5 small cucumber, sliced
Instructions
Begin by draining the water from the canned tuna thoroughly. Place the tuna in a large mixing bowl and flake it apart with a fork.
Add the plain Greek yogurt to the bowl with the tuna to replace traditional mayonnaise, keeping the mixture creamy without added sodium.
Stir in the finely chopped celery and red onion for a bit of crunch and flavor.
Add the minced fresh dill, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and freshly ground black pepper to the tuna mixture. Mix all the ingredients until well combined and set aside.
Cut the whole wheat submarine rolls in half horizontally and toast them lightly if desired.
Lay two romaine lettuce leaves on the bottom half of each roll.
Place a generous amount of the prepared low sodium tuna mixture on top of the lettuce.
Top with sliced tomato and cucumber for additional freshness and crunch.
Finish each sub by placing the upper half of the roll on top and slice in half if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 368 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.9 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1162 mg | 25% | |
*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.
