Description
This classic tuna salad sandwich combines creamy tuna, crisp veggies, and toasted bread for a quick, satisfying, and budget-friendly meal. Perfect for lunch or an easy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (5-ounce) cans canned tuna, drained well
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices sandwich bread, toasted if desired
- Few leaves lettuce
- 1 tomato, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your toaster or skillet if you plan to toast the bread.
- In a mixing bowl, flake the tuna with a fork. Add mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is combined.
- Lightly toast the bread if desired, or leave it soft for a classic version.
- On two slices of bread, layer lettuce leaves and tomato slices. Spoon the tuna mixture on top evenly.
- Top with remaining bread slices, press gently, and slice the sandwich in half.
- Serve immediately with chips or salad on the side.
Notes
- Chill the tuna salad for 15–30 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Use lettuce as a barrier to keep the bread from getting soggy.
- Try adding chopped pickles or hard-boiled egg for variation.
- Swap mayo for Greek yogurt or mashed avocado for a lighter twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: tuna salad sandwich, easy lunch, classic tuna sandwich, creamy tuna recipe