Pesto Tuna Salad Sandwiches
Elevate your lunch game with these vibrant and flavorful Pesto Tuna Salad Sandwiches! This quick and easy recipe combines protein-packed canned tuna with the irresistible flavors of basil pesto, creamy Greek yogurt, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Crunchy celery and tangy red onion add texture and balance, while a layer of fresh spinach and juicy tomato slices create the perfect base for the rich tuna salad. Served on your bread of choice—whether it’s hearty sourdough, rustic ciabatta, or wholesome whole grain—these sandwiches are perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Ready in just 15 minutes, they’re a deliciously healthy option for busy weekdays or a casual weekend lunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 3 tablespoons basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 stalk celery stalk (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 4 slices sliced tomato
- 4 slices bread of choice (such as ciabatta, sourdough, or whole grain)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, basil pesto, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice. Mix well until evenly distributed.
Add the finely chopped celery and red onion to the mixture. Stir until the vegetables are well incorporated.
Season the tuna salad with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning according to taste.
Toast the slices of bread lightly, if desired, to add a bit of crunch.
Lay out 2 slices of bread. Place a layer of fresh spinach leaves on each slice, followed by 2 slices of tomato per sandwich.
Spoon a generous portion of the pesto tuna salad onto the tomatoes, spreading it evenly.
Top each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread. Cut the sandwiches in half, if desired, for easier handling.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Pesto Tuna Salad Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 1148 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 51.4 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 864 mg | 18% | |
*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.
