MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE TUNA AND OLIVE SANDWICH

Mediterranean-Style Tuna and Olive Sandwich image

A sandwich that is served at the small cafes in the Mediterranean --- although they serve it mixed with olive oil I have listed mayonnaise I think you will enjoy it better that way, also many cafes use fresh cooked tuna, I have listed canned you may of coarse use the fresh ---the bread slices may be lightly toasted in a skillet if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

1 unsliced French baguette (see my Kittencal's French Bread/Baguette (Kitchen Aid Mixer Stand Mixer)
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
sliced tomatoes (optional)
green leaf lettuce
1/3 cup mayonnaise (can use more)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 (6 ounce) cans light tuna in olive oil, drained
1/2 cup chopped bottled roasted red pepper
8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped coarsely (or use other brine-cured olives)
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onions
1 celery rib, diced
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

In a large bowl place chopped roasted red peppers, Kalamata olives, onion and celery; toss to combine; add in the tuna and gently toss leaving the tuna in small chunks.
In a small bowl whisk together the mayo with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and minced garlic; add to the tuna mixture and toss gently to combine then season with salt and pepper (at this point you may cover and refrigerate for upt to 24 hours).
Using a serrated knife slice the baguette into 4 even pieces, then slice each piece in half.
Brush the sides of the bread with olive oil then sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper (you may lightly toast the sliced part of the bread in a skillet if desired).
Place lettuce leaves onto each bottom half of bread slice, then pile/divide the tuna mixture over the lettuce, if desired lay tomato slices over the tuna.
Top each with a slice of bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 665.7, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 1455.7, Carbohydrate 66.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 35.4

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Zo Pound

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Meh.

Blamanga

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This sandwich was delicious! I loved the combination of tuna, olives, and fresh herbs. The bread was also nice and crusty. I will definitely be making this sandwich again!

Abigail Arevalo

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Wasn't a fan of this sandwich. The tuna was a bit dry and the olives were overpowering. I think I'll stick to my usual tuna salad recipe.

Famille Bitton

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Quick and easy to make, this sandwich is a great option for a busy weeknight dinner. The flavors are simple but delicious, and the tuna salad is a nice change from the usual mayonnaise-based salads. I would definitely recommend this recipe!

Milana Iandieva

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This Mediterranean-style tuna and olive sandwich was a delightful lunch option! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the tuna was cooked to perfection. I especially appreciated the use of fresh herbs, which added a nice pop of flavor. I will d

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