Nutrition Facts for Gluten-free classic tuna sandwich

Gluten-Free Classic Tuna Sandwich

Elevate your lunch game with this Gluten-Free Classic Tuna Sandwich, a modern twist on a timeless favorite! Perfect for those avoiding gluten, this recipe combines flaky canned tuna, creamy gluten-free mayonnaise, and crisp bites of celery and red onion in a zesty lemon dressing. Sandwiched between golden, buttery slices of toasted gluten-free bread and layered with fresh lettuce and juicy tomato, this sandwich strikes the perfect balance of hearty, fresh, and flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick, satisfying meal for busy weekdays or a laid-back weekend lunch. Whether you're gluten-free or just seeking a lighter take on a classic, this comfort-food staple is sure to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:5 mins
Total Time:20 mins
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna in water
  • 2 tablespoons gluten-free mayonnaise
  • 1 celery stalk
  • 0.25 red onion
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 slices gluten-free bread
  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
  • 2 lettuce leaves
  • 1 small tomato

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Chop the celery stalk and the quarter of red onion into small, fine pieces.

Step 3

Add the chopped celery and onion to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 4

Add the gluten-free mayonnaise and fresh lemon juice to the tuna mixture.

Step 5

Mix everything together until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir again.

Step 7

Butter one side of each slice of gluten-free bread.

Step 8

Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the bread slices butter-side down.

Step 9

Toast until golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 10

Assemble the sandwiches by placing a leaf of lettuce on two of the toasted bread slices.

Step 11

Spoon half of the tuna mixture onto each lettuce-covered slice.

Step 12

Slice the tomato and arrange slices over the tuna mixture.

Step 13

Top with the remaining slices of bread to complete the sandwiches.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your gluten-free classic tuna sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (492.9g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 838.6
Total Fat 41.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 85.7mg 0%
Sodium 2521.3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.8g 0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g 0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 45.3g 0%
Vitamin D 67.6IU 0%
Calcium 135.1mg 0%
Iron 3.5mg 0%
Potassium 687.6mg 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: 43.0%
Protein: 21.0%
Carbs: 36.0%