Tuna Fish Sandwiches
Elevate your lunch routine with these easy and classic Tuna Fish Sandwiches, a perfect combination of creamy textures and fresh flavors. This recipe combines tender canned tuna with a medley of bold ingredients like Dijon mustard, tangy pickle relish, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, all folded into a creamy mayonnaise base. Crisp celery and finely diced red onion add a satisfying crunch, while lettuce and juicy tomato slices bring a refreshing contrast to every bite. Served between slices of your favorite bread—whether whole wheat, sourdough, or another variety—this quick 10-minute recipe is ideal for a wholesome lunch, picnic, or simple dinner. Whether you're a fan of traditional tuna salad or looking to explore new layers of flavor, these sandwiches are sure to delight! Perfect for busy days, it's a go-to option for a satisfying, protein-packed meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 0.3333333333333333 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup Celery (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 slices Bread slices (whole wheat, sourdough, or your choice)
- 4 large leaves Lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomato (sliced)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained canned tuna and break it apart gently with a fork.
Stir in mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, pickle relish, and lemon juice. Mix until evenly combined.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine.
Lay out the bread slices on a flat surface. Place a large lettuce leaf on 4 of the slices.
Spread an even layer of the tuna mixture on top of the lettuce leaves.
Top the tuna mixture with slices of tomato, if desired.
Cover each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread.
Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.5 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1098 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 442 mg | 9% | |
*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.
