Loaded Tuna Sandwich
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Loaded Tuna Sandwich
Description
The Loaded Tuna Sandwich brings together drained canned tuna mixed with diced celery, cucumber, chopped gherkins, sliced spring onions, and sweetcorn. Light mayonnaise and lemon juice bind the mixture, with salt and pepper seasoning for balance. The sandwich is built on two slices of sourdough bread layered with the tuna mixture, topped with fresh slices of beef tomato and a generous handful of arugula (rocket), then closed with the remaining bread slices. The medley of crunchy vegetables contrasts the creamy tuna, while the lemon juice adds brightness.
The texture is varied, combining creamy tuna mayo with crisp vegetables and the chewy, slightly sour sourdough bread. This sandwich can serve well as a quick meal or a packed lunch option. The inclusion of arugula contributes peppery notes, enhancing flavor complexity without overpowering the delicate tuna.
For a richer profile, ingredients like avocado or spicy jalapenos can be added, while substitutions such as Greek yogurt for mayonnaise or alternate bread types provide flexibility. Leftover filling can be stored in the refrigerator up to two days, helping with meal prep or snacking needs.
Ingredients
- 4 lices sourdough bread
- 110 g tuna canned; drained
- 2 spring onion sliced, aka scallion
- 2 tablespoon mayonnaise light
- 0.5 lemon (juice only)
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 100 g arugula aka rocket
- 1 rib celery diced
- 4 tablespoon sweetcorn
- 0.25 cucumber diced
- 2 gherkins chopped
- 1 tomato sliced, beef
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together 110 g Tuna, 1 rib Celery, 0.25 Cucumber, 2 Spring onion (Scallion), 2 Gherkins and 4 tablespoon Sweetcorn.
- Mix in2 tablespoon Light mayonnaise, juice of 0.5 Lemon and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.
- On two of the 4 slices Sourdough bread, add the tuna mix.
- Top with 1 Beef tomato (sliced), 100 g Rocket (arugula) and the second slice of bread.
Notes
- Avocado can be added for extra creaminess, and chopped jalapenos or a drizzle of Sriracha will add spice.
- Swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt or a half-and-half blend to reduce calories.
- Add dijon mustard and fresh herbs like parsley or dill to increase flavor complexity.
- Use shredded leftover chicken instead of tuna for variation.
- Try different breads such as bagels or croissants to change texture and taste.
- For a low-carb option, serve the filling inside halved avocados or over salad greens.
- Store leftover tuna filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 487 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 487kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 93g | 31% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 957mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 1079mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 2945IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 51mg | 57% |
| Calcium | 191mg | 19% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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