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Creamy Tuna Sandwich

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A quick, budget-friendly creamy tuna sandwich recipe perfect for lunch, combining pantry staples with fresh veggies for a satisfying and delicious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (5-ounce) cans of tuna in water, drained
  • 3 tablespoons light or regular mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices whole wheat bread
  • Lettuce leaves, washed and crisp

Instructions

  1. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and flake gently with a fork in a medium bowl.
  2. Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  3. Finely chop celery and red onion (if using) and fold into the tuna mixture.
  4. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix gently and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Lay out the bread slices and optionally toast them lightly.
  6. Spread the creamy tuna mixture over two slices of bread. Top with lettuce leaves and cover with remaining bread slices.
  7. Cut each sandwich diagonally and serve immediately or wrap for lunch on the go.

Notes

Drain tuna well to avoid sogginess. Fold ingredients gently to keep chunkiness. Toast bread to prevent sogginess if packing lunch early. Add extra mayo or lemon juice if mixture feels dry. Variations include adding avocado, hot sauce, fresh herbs, or swapping bread for gluten-free or low-carb options.

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