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tasty tuna sandwich recipe

Delicious Tuna Sandwich

This flavorful tuna sandwich combines flaky tuna with fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and a gentle kick of chili. Ready in just minutes, it's the perfect solution for a quick lunch or satisfying snack using simple pantry ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Butter plus extra for spreading
  • 1 Medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 Chili finely chopped
  • 170 g Tuna flakes 1 can, drained
  • 4 slices White bread
  • Lettuce leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Parsley finely chopped
  • Black pepper freshly cracked
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Medium glass bowl
  • Fork
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Drain the oil from the can of tuna flakes and place the fish in a medium glass bowl.
  2. Finely chop the onion, parsley, and chili, then add them to the tuna.
  3. Add the tablespoon of butter, black pepper, salt, and fresh lemon juice to the tuna mixture.
  4. Mix everything well with a fork, breaking up any larger tuna chunks while incorporating all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  5. Butter 2 slices of white bread and place a lettuce leaf on each slice.
  6. Spoon the tuna mixture onto the lettuce and spread it evenly.
  7. Top with the remaining bread slices and cut the sandwiches as desired - diagonal halves, quarters, or leave whole.

Notes

The butter on the bread creates a moisture barrier that prevents your sandwich from getting soggy. For a creamier version, add a spoonful of mayonnaise to the tuna mixture. You can substitute white bread with whole grain or sourdough for different flavor profiles and textures.
Store any leftover tuna mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For a complete meal, serve with crispy kettle chips, a garden salad, or a cup of tomato soup.