Dairy-Free Classic Tuna Buns
Elevate your sandwich game with these Dairy-Free Classic Tuna Buns, a quick and wholesome meal that’s perfect for lunch or a casual dinner. This recipe combines the creamy goodness of dairy-free mayonnaise with protein-packed tuna, zesty Dijon mustard, and fresh bursts of flavor from celery, red onion, and dill. Toasted burger buns brushed with olive oil add a satisfying crunch, while crisp romaine lettuce and juicy tomato slices create a perfectly balanced bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these gluten-optional, dairy-free tuna buns are as easy to customize as they are to love. Ideal for those seeking a healthier twist on a classic favorite, they’ll quickly become a staple in your recipe rotation!
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna
- 0.5 cup Dairy-free mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 whole Celery stalk, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 whole Burger buns
- 4 whole Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 whole Tomato, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Drain the canned tuna and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 3
Add the dairy-free mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, chopped red onion, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the tuna.
Step 4
Mix everything thoroughly until the tuna mixture is well combined and creamy.
Step 5
Lay the burger buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 6
Brush the cut side of each bun with a little olive oil.
Step 7
Place the buns in the preheated oven to lightly toast them for about 5 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Step 9
Start assembling the tuna buns: Place a romaine lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun.
Step 10
Spoon generous portions of the tuna mixture onto each lettuce-lined bun half.
Step 11
Top each tuna-filled bun with slices of tomato.
Step 12
Cover each with the top half of the bun.
Step 13
Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free classic tuna buns!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (633.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1509.3 |
| Total Fat 108.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 20.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3162.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.9g | |
| Protein 29.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 45.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 208.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 829.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories