Tuna Salad Sandwich with a Bite
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this bold and flavorful Tuna Salad Sandwich with a Bite! Perfectly creamy with a tangy kick, this sandwich features tender tuna mixed with zesty Dijon mustard, a splash of hot sauce, and the bright citrusy notes of fresh lemon juice. Finely chopped celery, red onion, and pickled jalapeños add a satisfying crunch and heat, while buttery toasted bread cradles layers of crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and the rich tuna mixture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick yet satisfying meal. Whether you're craving classic comfort food with a spicy twist or seeking an easy-to-make gourmet sandwich, this tuna salad delight is sure to deliver every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices sliced bread of choice
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 2 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 small tomato (sliced)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Add the finely chopped celery, diced red onion, chopped pickled jalapeños, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until evenly distributed through the tuna mixture.
Lightly butter one side of each slice of bread.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the buttered side of two slices of bread down onto the skillet.
Add a lettuce leaf to each slice of bread in the skillet, and then spoon the prepared tuna salad on top of the lettuce. Spread it evenly but leave a small border to prevent spilling.
Top the tuna salad with tomato slices and then cover it with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
Cook the sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and toasted to your liking.
Remove from the skillet, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.4 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 2506 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 717 mg | 15% | |
*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.
