Best 9 Tuna Salad Sandwiches With Lemon Rémoulade Recipes

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Are you looking for a simple and flavorful lunch or dinner option? Look no further than the classic tuna salad sandwich, elevated with a tangy and creamy lemon rémoulade. This sandwich is a delightful blend of tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs, all brought together by a zesty lemon rémoulade sauce. Whether you're packing a lunch for work or school, or just looking for a quick and easy meal, this tuna salad sandwich with lemon rémoulade is sure to satisfy your cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of prep time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that is bursting with flavor.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES WITH LEMON RéMOULADE



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Five ingredients and just two steps is all you need to make these zesty tuna salad sandwiches - a wonderful dinner ready in just 20 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (12 ounces) tuna packed in water, drained and flaked
1/2 cup tartar sauce
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1 cup thinly sliced romaine
4 crusty French rolls (6 to 8 inches long), split

Steps:

  • Mix tuna, tartar sauce and lemon peel.
  • Fill rolls with romaine and tuna salad

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 12220 mg

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

CLASSIC TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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Here is Craig Claiborne's version of the classic lunchbox staple. Celery, red onion and red bell pepper add crunch; capers and lemon juice lend a little tang.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, snack, weekday, sandwiches, main course

Time 5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (6-ounce) cans solid, waterpacked tuna
1/2 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade
1/2 cup finely diced celery
3 tablespoons finely diced red onion
3 tablespoons finely minced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons drained capers
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Sliced sandwich bread of choice

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, bell pepper, capers and lemon juice. Mix with a fork until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve on the sandwich bread of your choice.

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.

FRESH TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (3/4 inch) thick Fresh albacore tuna steaks (about 10 to 12 ounces)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sweet relish
1 sweet onion, finely diced
2 celery ribs, finely diced
Bunch dill, snipped
Bunch chives, chopped
Salt and pepper
Potato bread hamburger rolls
Bottled sweet pickles
Potato chips

Steps:

  • Poach tuna in salted water for 3 to 4 minutes until cooked through. Flake and pull apart. Combine with mayonnaise, mustard, relish, onion and celery, herbs, salt and pepper. Spoon on rolls. Top with some sliced sweet pickles and potato chips.

THE BEST TUNA SALAD



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While we love many kinds of tuna salad, this classic version tops them all. The crispy celery and red onion give add zest and crunch, while mayonnaise and touch of mustard marry it all together. The lemon juice is optional as it's not traditional, but we strongly recommend it to brighten up the flavors of the final dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Two 6-ounce cans white meat tuna packed in water, drained
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup prepared mayonnaise
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl break up the tuna with a fork. Toss with the celery, onion and parsley. Add the mayonnaise, mustard and season with pepper, to taste. Stir to combine. Add lemon juice, to taste, if using.

GRILLED TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES WITH LEMON-HABANERO MAYONNAISE AND WATERCRESS



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 49m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups fresh lemon juice
1/2 to 1 whole habanero chile, chopped (only use the whole if you like it hot)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup best-quality mayonnaise
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 large stalk celery, finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
4 (8-ounce) tuna steaks
Olive oil
8 slices hearty bread (Italian, French, ciabatta, or country white)
Watercress

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. Place lemon juice in a small saucepan and bring to boil on the grates of the grill. Cook until reduced to 1/2 cup. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly. Leave grill on high heat.
  • Place lemon syrup, habanero, lemon zest, and mayonnaise in a blender and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and transfer to a large bowl. Add the onions, celery, and parsley and set aside.
  • Brush tuna with oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides. Grill for 3 minutes per side or until slightly charred and cooked to medium doneness. Remove from the grill and let rest 5 minutes before cutting into small dice or flaking with a fork. Add the flaked tuna to the mayonnaise mixture and gently mix until combined. Divide the tuna salad among 4 slices of bread. Top the salad with a few sprigs of watercress and top with the remaining bread.

GREEK-STYLE TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



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Tired of the same old tuna sandwich? Welcome a Greek-style version.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (12 oz) tuna, drained, flaked
1/2 cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-ounce jar)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese or shredded mozzarella cheese
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 loaf (1 lb) French bread
1/4 cup Italian dressing

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix tuna, bell peppers, cheese and celery.
  • Cut bread into four 4-inch pieces; cut each piece horizontally in half. For each sandwich, remove some of the bread from center of slices; discard bread or save for another use.
  • Drizzle dressing on cut sides of bread; spread over bread. Fill each sandwich with 1/2 cup tuna mixture. Serve immediately, or wrap securely with plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 1280 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

GRILLED TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES WITH LEMON-HABANERO MAYO



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The recipe is from the wonderful Booby Flay! A fresh tuna salad sandwich just can't be beat, and I bet the Lemon-Habanero Mayo is makes this dish. I haven't tried this one yet, but DH is begging me to make it.....so we'll see ;)

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups fresh lemon juice
1/2-1 whole habanero pepper (only use the whole thing if you like HOT!!!)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup mayonnaise, good quality
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 celery, finely diced
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 (8 ounce) tuna steaks
8 slices hearty bread (French, Italian, ciabatta, etc.)
watercress

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high.
  • Place lemon juice in a small saucepan and bring to a boil (you can do this on the grill if you like). Cook until juice has reduced to 1/2 cup. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Place lemon syrup, habanero, lemon zest, and mayo in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add onions, celery, and parsley to mayo mixture, stir to combine and set aside.
  • Brush tuna steaks with olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Grill for 3 min per side or slightly charred and cooked to medium doneness. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minute before cutting.
  • Cut tuna into small dice or flake with a fork. Add the tuna to the may mixture and gently mix until combined.
  • Divide the tuna salad among 4 slices of bread. Top with a few sprigs of watercress and the remaining bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.4, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 36.8, Sodium 792.2, Carbohydrate 57.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 11.6, Protein 18.7

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tuna: Opt for tuna packed in olive oil or water for a more flavorful and moist salad.
  • Choose fresh vegetables: Crisp celery, crunchy carrots, and sweet red onion add texture and flavor to the salad.
  • Make your own mayonnaise: Homemade mayonnaise is easy to make and tastes far superior to store-bought options.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices: Experiment with different herbs and spices to create a unique flavor profile. Dill, parsley, chives, and paprika are all great additions.
  • Don't overmix the salad: Mix the ingredients gently to avoid breaking up the tuna and vegetables.
  • Serve the salad chilled: For the best flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

With its light and refreshing flavors, this tuna salad sandwich with lemon remoulade is a perfect meal for a summer picnic or a quick and easy lunch. The creamy, tangy remoulade adds a delicious twist to the classic tuna salad, while the fresh vegetables provide a crunchy contrast. This sandwich is sure to please everyone at your table.

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