Tuna Sandwich Recipe

I never get tired of an excellent Tuna Salad Recipe, and of the hundreds of versions I’ve made, this version is the best. Serve on toast, crackers, a bed of greens, or grilled as a very delicious tuna melt.

No matter how you mix it, making tuna salad at home is one of the easiest, most satisfying meals you can whip up from pantry ingredients

Start with my recipe and enjoy it just as it is, or throw in your own favorite must-haves. It’s ready in minutes and always handy to have when hunger strikes.

At a Glance: Here is a quick snapshot of what ingredients are in this recipe. Please see the recipe card below for specific quantities.

Instead of mayonnaise, you can make tuna salad dressing with plain yogurt or whipped silken tofu. You can also add lemon vinaigrette (¼ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp. lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard, fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or chives and salt and pepper to taste).

Yes, oil-packed tuna tastes great in tuna salad (feel free to decrease the amount of mayonnaise if you do).

If you prefer water-packed tuna but only have access to oil-packed, you can remove the oil yourself. Add the tuna to a fine-mesh sieve, rinse vigorously with cold water, and press with a spatula to extract all of the liquid out of the fish.

tuna sandwich recipe

The Best Tuna Salad

tuna sandwich recipe

I never get tired of an excellent tuna salad recipe, and of the hundreds of versions I’ve made, this version is the best. Serve on toast, crackers, a bed of greens, or grilled as a very delicious tuna melt.

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 0.5 cup

Nutrition Facts: calories 345 kcal, servingSize 0.5 cup, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 29 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 516 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

Ingredients:

  • 4 (5 ounce) cans tuna packed in water (drained (see note 1))
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (or less to taste (see note 2))
  • 1/3 cup celery (finely chopped (about 1 rib))
  • 2 tablespoons red onion (minced, about 2 small slices)
  • 2 tablespoon sweet pickle relish ((see note 3))
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instruction:

  1. In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, relish, lemon juice, and garlic.
  2. Season to taste with salt and pepper (I like 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Serve immediately or cover and chill until serving.

Tuna Salad Sandwiches

tuna sandwich recipe

For many people, those days when you had a tuna salad sandwich for lunch are still some of the happiest childhood memories. Satisfy your nostalgic cravings with this classic Tuna Salad Sandwiches recipe. Crisp celery and chopped onion join fan-favorite tuna for a simple but hearty meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes.

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 Sandwich

Nutrition Facts: calories 410 , Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 4 , Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, servingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g, Trans Fat 0 g

Ingredients:

  • 2 cans (6 oz each) tuna in water, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 slices bread

Instruction:

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the tuna, celery, onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  2. Spread tuna mixture on 4 bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices.

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FAQ

What goes well in a tuna sandwich?

Amped Up Classic – Start with the traditional combination of tuna plus a little light mayonnaise, then add bread and butter pickles, hard-boiled egg, celery, green onions, and coarse-grain mustard.

How to make a tuna sandwich?

In a medium bowl, toss together the canned tuna, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, capers, lemon juice, dill, parsley and Dijon mustard until combined. Make the sandwich: Serve tuna salad on toast, either open faced, or between two slices of bread with lettuce and tomatoes, if you wish.

What mixes well with canned tuna?

Basically, if you can pop the top and flake it, you can mix it into one of these canned tuna recipes.
  • Tuna + Pasta. For an instant boost of filling protein in your carb-loaded pasta night, add a can of tuna. …
  • Tuna + Cheese. …
  • Tuna + Bread. …
  • Tuna + Beans. …
  • Tuna + Egg.

What condiments to put on tuna sandwich?

Mayonnaise, harissa, yuzu kosho, and Dijon mustard are examples. They also label preserved pickles, relishes, capers, chopped jalapeños, and chili flakes as excellent additions. Anything sweet, spicy, or fragrant is a good addition. Just remember to chop your mix-ins so that the tuna is spreadable.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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