Description
Experience the perfect blend of creamy and crunchy with this classic tuna salad sandwich. Made with high-quality canned tuna, mayonnaise, and fresh vegetables like crisp celery and zesty red onion, this sandwich is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Bread of your choice (2 slices)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork.
- Add mayonnaise, chopped celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.
- Spread the tuna salad onto one slice of bread. Top with another slice to create the sandwich.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for an hour for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added texture and nutrition, consider including diced bell peppers or pickles. Experiment with herbs like dill or spices such as paprika for extra flavor variations. Pair with crispy chips or a fresh salad for a complete meal.