Sweet and Zingy Tuna Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this Sweet and Zingy Tuna Sandwich—an irresistible blend of flavors and textures that’s both satisfying and quick to make! Featuring protein-packed canned tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, honey, and sweet pickle relish, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite. A touch of fresh lemon juice, crunchy diced celery, and red onion add zest and crispness, while juicy tomato slices and crisp lettuce layers make it refreshingly light. Whether you toast your bread to golden perfection or leave it soft for a classic touch, this 15-minute tuna sandwich is perfect for a quick weekday meal or a picnic-ready treat. Bursting with flavor, this recipe is a must-try for tuna lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water or oil)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1.5 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1.5 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 celery stalk (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 slices sliced bread (such as whole grain, sourdough, or brioche)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for toasting)
- 2 lettuce leaves
- 4 slices sliced tomatoes
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add mayonnaise, dijon mustard, honey, sweet pickle relish, lemon juice, diced celery, and chopped red onion to the bowl.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Taste the tuna mixture and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if necessary.
If you'd like to toast the bread, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice, then toast the buttered side in the skillet until golden brown. Skip this step for non-toasted sandwiches.
To assemble the sandwich, place a layer of lettuce leaves on one slice of bread. Scoop half of the tuna mixture on top of the lettuce, spreading it out evenly.
Add 2 slices of tomato over the tuna mixture, then top with another slice of bread. Repeat for the second sandwich.
Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Sweet and Zingy Tuna Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 175 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 2912 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.3 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 91.6 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1481 mg | 32% | |
*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.
