Ultimate Tuna Sandwich
Elevate your lunchtime routine with the Ultimate Tuna Sandwich, a deliciously satisfying creation packed with flavor and texture. This easy-to-make recipe combines flaky canned tuna in water with creamy mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, and a hint of fresh lemon juice for a tangy kick. Crunchy diced celery and red onion add a delightful crunch, while fresh parsley brings a pop of brightness. Layered between slices of whole wheat bread with crisp leaf lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this sandwich is both wholesome and indulgent. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the perfect quick and healthy meal for busy days. Whether you’re meal-prepping or seeking a crowd-pleaser for lunch, this tuna sandwich is truly the ultimate classic reimagined!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna in water
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 Celery stalk
- 2 tablespoons Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 slices Whole wheat sandwich bread
- 2 leaves Leaf lettuce
- 1 Tomato
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Finely dice the celery and red onion. Chop the fresh parsley. Add all three to the mixing bowl with the tuna.
Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined and creamy.
Slice the tomato into thin rounds.
Lay two slices of bread on a clean surface. Place a leaf of lettuce on each slice, followed by a few slices of tomato.
Spread half of the tuna mixture evenly on each of the prepared slices of bread.
Top with the remaining slices of bread to form sandwiches.
Cut each sandwich in half, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Ultimate Tuna Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.8 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3785 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 88.4 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1298 mg | 28% | |
*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.
