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The Best Tuna Sandwich

The best tuna sandwich doesn't have to be boring, nor does it have to be complex! Celery, scallions, lemon, and Dijon do the trick.
5 from 9 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: 418kcal
Author: Dana Sandonato

Ingredients

  • 4 slices of bread, lightly toasted
  • Mixed greens
  • 1 5 oz can of sustainable tuna in water, drained
  • 2 TBSP mayonnaise
  • 1 rib of celery, roughly chopped (approx. 3 TBSP)
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced (approx. 2 TBSP)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Place the drained tuna into a small mixing bowl and flake it. Then add the mayonnaise, celery, scallions, Dijon, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir everything well until thoroughly mixed; taste and adjust salt if needed. Set aside.
  • Lightly toast some bread, and spread half of the tuna salad over a slice. Top it with some mixed greens.
  • Serve your sandwich with a side of chips and a pickle for the ultimate lunch plate!
  • Alternatively, you can snub the bread and enjoy the tuna salad by scooping it up with crackers. Or, make it a wrap!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g