Tuna Salad Sandwich
A classic tuna salad sandwich featuring albacore tuna, creamy dressing, and fresh vegetables, perfect for summer lunches.
Ingredients
For the Tuna Salad
- 2 cans solid white albacore tuna packed in olive oil 5 oz each, thoroughly drained
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish well-drained
- 1 1/2 tablespoons finely minced red onion
- 1 large stalk celery finely minced (about 1/4 cup)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
For Assembling Sandwiches
- 8 slices honey wheat bread or sourdough
- 4 large leaves butter lettuce or green leaf lettuce
- 1 ripe tomato thinly sliced
- optional thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
Preparation
- Open and drain the tuna thoroughly, then flake it into a mixing bowl with a fork.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, relish, salt, and pepper.
- Add minced celery, red onion, and dill to the tuna.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently fold until combined.
- Cover and chill the tuna salad for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Assembly
- Assemble sandwiches with bread, lettuce, tuna salad, tomato, and optional red onion.
Notes
Chilling the salad enhances the flavors. You can also serve it with crackers or in avocado halves.