Best 12 Easy Tuna Salad Sandwich Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option that is both delicious and packed with protein? Look no further than the classic tuna salad sandwich! This versatile dish can be made with just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be customized to your liking with a variety of add-ins. Whether you prefer a simple tuna salad sandwich with just mayonnaise and celery, or a more elaborate version with hard-boiled eggs, red onion, and pickles, you'll be able to find a recipe that suits your taste.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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We enjoy this tuna salad sandwich recipe year round for quick meals and it is delicious. It's perfect for those days you don't want to heat up the kitchen.

Provided by Eating on a Dime

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 oz white flaked tuna in water drained
1 stalk celery finely diced
2 dill pickle spear finely chopped
1 green onion sliced
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dijon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 slices wheat bread

Steps:

  • Drain the tuna well.
  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Use to top a salad, in sandwiches or to add to pasta salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 620 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUICK AND EASY TUNA SALAD SANDWICH FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES



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Make and share this Quick and Easy Tuna Salad Sandwich for Kids of All Ages recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jmdrag

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 6m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces tuna
2 -2 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
lettuce
American cheese
any type of sliced bread

Steps:

  • Empty tuna into bowl.
  • Add mayonnaise and pickle relish.
  • Mix well and taste. Add more mayo or pickle relish if necessary.
  • Toast bread.
  • Add lettuce, tuna chef and cheese.

TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



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For many people, those days when you had a tuna salad sandwich for lunch are still some of the happiest childhood memories. Bring back those days with a simple lunch that satisfies your nostalgic cravings for a simple, homemade sandwich.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (6 oz each) tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 slices bread

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix the tuna, celery, onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Spread tuna mixture on 4 bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

TUNA SALAD SANDWICH RECIPE



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This tuna salad sandwich is so quick and easy and makes for a simple, yet scrumptious meal! Made with tuna, mayonnaise, and a few ingredients that make this the best tuna salad sandwich I've ever tasted!

Provided by Robyn Stone

Categories     Main Course

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (5-ounce) cans tuna (drained, see notes in post above)
½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
½ cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon sweet relish
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
8 slices sourdough bread (toasted, if desired)
4 slices lettuce (optional)
4 slices tomatoes (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine tuna, mayonnaise, celery, relish, mustard, lemon juice, and curry powder in a medium bowl until well combined. Spoon onto sandwich bread and top with lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 kcal, Carbohydrate 76 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 892 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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I gave Mom's original recipe a boost by adding onion and green pepper to these delightfully different tuna sandwiches. With hard-cooked eggs and cheese, the filling tastes fresh, not fishy, and the rolls stay nice and crispy. -Nancy Selig, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup Miracle Whip
8 kaiser rolls, split

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine eggs and tuna. Add the cheese, green pepper, onion, garlic, salt and pepper; mix well. Stir in the Miracle Whip., Spoon about 1/2 cup onto each roll; wrap individually in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 calories, Fat 33g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 190mg cholesterol, Sodium 834mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

THE BEST-EVER TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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Provided by Albert Bevia

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 3-ounce cans tuna in olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp dijon mustard
2 tbsp finely diced onions
1 garlic
1 tomato roughly diced
2 hard-boiled eggs roughly chopped
8 pimento stuffed green Spanish olives
4 slices bread
1 avocado
4 romaine lettuce leaves
1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
sea salt
freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Drain two 3-ounce tins of tuna in olive oil and add to a large bowl, then add in a generous 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon of dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of finely diced onions, shred in 1 large clove of garlic, 1 tomato roughly diced, 2 hard-boiled eggs roughly diced and 8 pimento stuffed green Spanish olives cut in half, season with sea salt & black pepper and gently mix together until well combined
  • Thinly slice one avocado and reserve a couple leaves of romaine lettuce
  • Lightly brush 4 pieces of sandwich bread with some extra virgin olive oil and toast on a grilling pan until just lightly toasted
  • Evenly divide the tuna salad over 2 toasted breads, divide the sliced avocado on top of the tuna salad and add a couple leafs of romaine lettuce, place the other toasted breads over the lettuce and serve at once, enjoy!

THE BEST TUNA SALAD



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I never get tired of an excellent tuna salad recipe, and of the hundreds of versions I've made, this version is the best. Serve on toast, crackers, a bed of greens, or grilled as a very delicious tuna melt.

Provided by Meggan Hill

Categories     Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (5 ounce) cans tuna packed in water (drained (see note 1))
1 cup mayonnaise (or less to taste (see note 2))
1/3 cup celery (finely chopped (about 1 rib))
2 tablespoons red onion (minced, about 2 small slices)
2 tablespoon sweet pickle relish ((see note 3))
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic (minced)
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, relish, lemon juice, and garlic.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper (I like 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Serve immediately or cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 kcal, ServingSize 0.5 cup, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 516 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

EASY TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



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I was in a rush to make a quick snack. This did the trick. Can also be used to put on top of lettuce for a salad instead.

Provided by victoria_g4

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces tuna in vegetable oil, drained
16 slices mozzarella cheese
8 slices bread
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons kraft's lemon and herb tartar sauce
1 minced garlic clove
4 basil leaves, coarsely chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mix the tuna, tartar sauce, garlic and basil. Set to the side.
  • In a skillet melt the butter on medium heat.
  • When butter is melted add the bread and toast on both sides.
  • After toasting bread put on a plate and top with mozzerella cheese slices, then tuna salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.5, Fat 37.4, SaturatedFat 18.7, Cholesterol 114.3, Sodium 1387.1, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.4, Protein 54.4

CLASSIC TUNA SALAD



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This easy tuna salad recipe is perfect in tuna salad sandwiches or next to some coleslaw!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Fish     Lunch     Snack

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces white flaked tuna ( in water, drained)
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 dill pickles (finely chopped)
1 stalk celery (finely diced)
1 green onion (sliced)
1 teaspoon dijon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Drain the tuna well.
  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Use to top a salad, in sandwiches or to add to pasta salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 783 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TUNA SANDWICH



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Tuna Sandwich | Tuna Salad Sandwich Total time is not inclusive of chilling the filling. Read more about how this became to be one of Americ...com

Provided by Shana Shameer

Categories     Appetizers - Starters     Breads-Breakfast-Brunch     Fish & Seafood     Salads     Snacks and Savories     Wraps & Sandwiches

Time 11m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (150 gms, each) Tuna - use Flakes in water
3-4 Tbsp Good quality - Mayonnaise (see notes)
1/2 tsp Mild mustard (I use Mild American Mustard)
1 Shallot, minced finely
2 tsp Dill (dill weed) , freshly chopped
1/4 tsp Black pepper powder / course grain
1/8 tsp Salt
1/8 tsp Paprika ( use regular paprika - not the smoked or hot variety)
As needed Shredded Iceberg Lettuce
As needed Preferred sandwich bread (I use large white slices of speciality sandwich bread

Steps:

  • Drain water from the canned tuna and add to a bowl.
  • Add 3-4 Tbsp Mayonnaise. You can add more or less according to preference. (See notes)
  • Stir the tuna well, so that it becomes easily spreadable.
  • Add the mustard and minced shallots.
  • Use a fork to mix and stir the tuna to get it more smooth and spreadable. I like it only slightly chunky. If you want it extremely smooth, mix further.
  • Once the texture is to your liking, add in the freshly chopped dill, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir till thoroughly incorporated.
  • Chill the tuna spread for at least 30 minutes in the fridge for best results. The filling tastes better chilled.
  • To assemble: Shred the lettuce (rinsed and dried using a salad spinner or on kitchen paper).
  • For each sandwich, apply a thin layer of Mayo on both slices of Un-toasted bread. Spread a generous layer of chilled tuna filling on one slice and top with plenty of shredded lettuce. Place the second slice over the lettuce and use a baking scraper to press it down, to prevent finger impressions.
  • Cut the sandwich and serve while it is still chilled.
  • if you want to store them wrap in sandwich paper or saran wrap and refrigerate till ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6

EASY TUNA SALAD RECIPE



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This Easy Tuna Salad Recipe is a classic! Loaded with extra goodies, this simple dish is perfect for those times you want something delicious, but don't want to put in any effort.

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Lunch     Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

20 ounce tuna packed in water (drained, (4 - 5 oz cans))
1 cup mayonnaise
2 stalks celery (chopped)
½ small red onion (minced)
2 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix well. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Serve: Serve as sandwiches with lettuce and tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 348 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 523 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g

QUICK TUNA SALAD



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This tuna salad is great when you are in a hurry; very quick and easy to make. It tastes great every time!

Provided by HJP

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (7 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water, drained
¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip™)
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mash tuna together with salad dressing and relish in a small bowl with a fork. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 26.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 239.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality canned tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in oil.
  • Flake the tuna with a fork before adding it to the salad. This will help to create a lighter and fluffier salad.
  • Add a variety of mix-ins to your tuna salad. Some popular options include celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs, pickles, and mayonnaise.
  • Season the tuna salad to taste. Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other seasonings, such as lemon juice, dill, or paprika.
  • Chill the tuna salad before serving. This will help to firm up the salad and make it easier to spread.

Conclusion:

Tuna salad is a classic sandwich filling that is easy to make and delicious to eat. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your tuna salad simple or loaded with mix-ins, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, give tuna salad a try.

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