Bakinbaby's Dashing Albacore Sandwich

Get ready to elevate your lunchtime game with Bakinbaby's Dashing Albacore Sandwich—an irresistible combination of rich, flaky albacore tuna and fresh veggies packed between perfectly toasted whole-grain bread. This recipe shines with its harmonious blend of creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and a zesty kick of lemon juice, complemented by the crunch of celery and the subtle sweetness of red onion. Layered with vibrant baby spinach and juicy tomato slices, each bite offers a burst of flavor and texture. The sandwich is pan-toasted in butter for a golden, crispy exterior that makes it utterly satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy and wholesome meal is perfect for a quick lunch or a comforting weeknight dinner. Whether you're a tuna lover or looking for a fresh twist on classic sandwich recipes, this albacore delight is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 ounces) Canned albacore tuna (in water)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Celery (finely diced)
• 1 tablespoon Red onion (finely diced)
• 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
• 1 medium Tomato (sliced)
• 4 slices Whole grain sandwich bread
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Open the can of albacore tuna, drain the water, and transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to combine.

Step 3

Fold in chopped parsley, diced celery, and diced red onion to the tuna mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Lightly butter one side of each bread slice (for toasting).

Step 5

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the buttered side of one bread slice down into the skillet, and spread half of the tuna mixture on top.

Step 6

Layer baby spinach leaves and tomato slices over the tuna mixture, then cover with another slice of bread (buttered side up).

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and heated through.

Step 8

Remove the sandwich from the skillet and repeat the process for the second sandwich.

Step 9

Slice each sandwich in half and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(366.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	679.8

Total Fat 39.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 72.9mg	0%
Sodium 1485.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 12.2g
Protein 23.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24.9IU	0%
Calcium 257.4mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 739.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.8%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 35.6%