Paleo Tuna Hoagie
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Paleo Tuna Hoagie, a fresh and wholesome take on the classic sandwich, perfect for anyone following a Paleo lifestyle. This recipe features two cans of tender tuna combined with creamy Paleo-friendly mayo, tangy Dijon mustard, and a medley of crisp celery, red onion, and pickles, creating a rich yet refreshing filling. Wrapped in crunchy romaine lettuce or collard greens instead of traditional bread, these hoagies are light, gluten-free, and packed with nutritious goodness. Topped with slices of juicy tomato, cool cucumbers, and creamy avocado, each bite is as satisfying as it is healthy. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it makes a deliciously simple low-carb meal for a busy day. Perfect for lunch or a quick dinner, these Paleo Tuna Hoagies are a flavorful and nutrient-packed option that you can feel great about enjoying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (Paleo-friendly)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 pickle, finely diced (Paleo-friendly, no added sugar)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 leaves romaine lettuce leaves or large collard greens
- 1 medium tomato sliced tomatoes
- 0.5 medium cucumber sliced cucumber
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
Instructions
1. Drain the canned tuna and add it to a medium mixing bowl.
2. Add Paleo-friendly mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, diced red onion, and diced pickle to the bowl.
3. Squeeze in the lemon juice, then sprinkle in sea salt and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
4. Wash and pat dry the romaine lettuce leaves or collard greens. These will serve as the hoagie wraps.
5. Lay out the lettuce leaves on a flat surface and evenly divide the tuna mixture among them.
6. Top each lettuce wrap with a few slices of tomato, cucumber, and avocado.
7. Carefully fold or roll the lettuce wraps around the filling, securing them with toothpicks if needed.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, Paleo-friendly Tuna Hoagie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.1 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2467 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 79.2 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2198 mg | 47% | |
*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.
