Tuna Mayo Sandwich

Satisfy your cravings with this classic Tuna Mayo Sandwich recipe—an effortless, scrumptious meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. This creamy and flavorful filling is made with tender canned tuna, tangy mayonnaise, a hint of lemon juice, and a dash of salt and black pepper for seasoning. Finely chopped celery and red onion add a delightful crunch, while fresh lettuce leaves and juicy tomato slices bring vibrancy to every bite. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is layered between slices of soft bread, making it a versatile option for picnics, lunchboxes, or a casual meal at home. Bursting with nutrients and flavor, these perfectly balanced tuna sandwiches are sure to become your go-to recipe for a satisfying bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 can (about 5 oz or 140g) Canned tuna
• 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium, finely chopped Celery stalk
• 0.25 small, finely chopped Red onion
• 4 slices Bread slices
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 medium, sliced Tomato

Directions

Step 1

Open the can of tuna and drain any excess liquid.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped celery and red onion to the bowl and mix until all the ingredients are well combined.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 5

Lay out the bread slices and place a lettuce leaf on two of the slices.

Step 6

Divide the tuna mixture evenly between the two lettuce-topped slices of bread.

Step 7

Add tomato slices over the tuna mixture.

Step 8

Cover with the remaining slices of bread.

Step 9

Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally or as desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious tuna mayo sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	515.5 grams (515.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	816

Total Fat 38.50g	49%
Saturated Fat 4.10g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 95mg	32%
Sodium 2768mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 81.40g	30%
Dietary Fiber 6.30g	23%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 40.00g	80%

Vitamin D 67IU	336%
Calcium 222mg	17%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 780mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 39.1%