Tuna Salad Sandwich with Mixed Greens

Name: Tuna Salad Sandwich with Mixed Greens
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 oz canned tuna in water (drained (about 140g)); 2 slices whole wheat bread (about 56g total); 1 tbsp light mayonnaise (about 15g); 1/4 cup celery (chopped (about 20g)); 1/4 cup onion (chopped (about 20g)); 2 cups mixed salad greens (about 100g); 1 tbsp olive oil vinaigrette (about 14g)

820 kcal · 48 g protein · 10 minutes · 1 servings

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A delicious and healthy tuna salad sandwich made with protein-rich tuna, crunchy celery and onion, creamy light mayonnaise, and fresh mixed greens, all layered between whole wheat bread. Perfect for a satisfying lunch that balances flavors and textures.

820 kcal 48 g protein 10 minutes

Ingredients

canned tuna in water 5 oz
whole wheat bread 2 slices
light mayonnaise 1 tbsp
celery 1/4 cup
onion 1/4 cup
mixed salad greens 2 cups
olive oil vinaigrette 1 tbsp

Method

Prepare the tuna mixture. Open the canned tuna and drain the water completely using a strainer or by pressing with a spoon. Place the drained tuna in a medium bowl. Add the chopped celery and chopped onion to the bowl. Then add 1 tablespoon of light mayonnaise. Mix everything gently with a fork until well combined. This creates your tuna salad filling.
Tip: Make sure to drain the tuna well to avoid a watery salad.
Prepare the bread. Take two slices of whole wheat bread. You can toast them lightly if you like a bit of crunch, or leave them fresh and soft. Toasting is optional.
Tip: Toasting adds texture and prevents the bread from getting soggy.
Dress the mixed greens. Place the mixed salad greens in a small bowl. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil vinaigrette over the greens and toss gently to coat evenly. This adds flavor and moisture to the greens.
Tip: Use just enough vinaigrette to lightly dress the greens to keep the sandwich from becoming soggy.
Assemble the sandwich. On one slice of bread, spread the tuna salad mixture evenly. Then layer the dressed mixed greens on top of the tuna. Cover with the second slice of bread to complete your sandwich.
Tip: Press gently on the sandwich to help everything stick together but avoid squeezing too hard.
Serve and enjoy. Cut the sandwich diagonally for easy handling and serve immediately. Enjoy your fresh and nutritious tuna salad sandwich with mixed greens!
Tip: Pair with a side of fresh fruit or vegetable sticks for a complete meal.

Pro tips

Drain canned tuna thoroughly to prevent watery salad.
Toast bread lightly for extra crunch and to keep sandwich from getting soggy.