Tuna Fish Sandwich from Provincetown
Experience the coastal charm of New England with this irresistible Tuna Fish Sandwich from Provincetown, a recipe that brings robust flavor and fresh ingredients to your table in just 15 minutes. Featuring tender canned tuna blended with creamy mayonnaise, crisp celery, and zesty red onion, this dish is elevated with a touch of fresh dill and a squeeze of bright lemon juice. Packed between golden, buttery sourdough slices and layered with peppery arugula and juicy ripe tomato, this sandwich hits all the right notes—crunchy, creamy, and refreshing. Perfectly toasted in a skillet for a warm, crispy exterior, it’s a satisfying lunch or dinner option that showcases the simplicity of coastal-inspired cuisine. Serve it with chips or a light salad for a deliciously balanced meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (packed in water)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 medium stalk celery
- 2 tablespoons red onion
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dill (fresh, chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 slices sourdough bread (thick slices)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup arugula
- 1 medium ripe tomato
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium mixing bowl.
Finely dice the celery and red onion, then add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, and fresh dill to the bowl. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and creamy.
Season the tuna mixture with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and place two slices of bread, butter side down, on the skillet.
Spread a generous portion of the tuna mixture on the unbuttered side of each slice in the skillet.
Top the tuna mixture with arugula and slices of ripe tomato.
Lay the remaining slices of bread on top, buttered side up, to form a sandwich.
Grill the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from heat, slice the sandwiches in half, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Tuna Fish Sandwich from Provincetown!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 2369 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
