Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Fish Sandwich

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Fish Sandwich, a nutritious twist on a timeless favorite. Made with protein-packed canned tuna, creamy plain Greek yogurt, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, this recipe swaps out traditional mayonnaise for a lighter, more health-conscious alternative. Finely chopped celery and red onion add a delightful crunch, while briny capers provide a flavor boost that's simply irresistible. Layered with fresh baby spinach on perfectly toasted whole grain bread, this sandwich is a flavorful and satisfying meal in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick lunch or an easy dinner, this wholesome sandwich pairs well with a side of fresh fruit or a light salad for a balanced, heart-healthy plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 5 oz canned tuna in water, drained
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 stick celery, finely chopped
• 0.25 small red onion, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons capers, drained
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices whole grain bread
• 0.5 cup baby spinach leaves
• 1 dash olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix well until the tuna is evenly coated.

Step 2

Add the chopped celery, red onion, capers, and black pepper to the tuna mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Lightly spray a non-stick pan with olive oil cooking spray and heat over medium heat.

Step 4

Toast the whole grain bread slices in the pan until they are golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 5

Once the bread is toasted, layer the bottom slices with baby spinach leaves.

Step 6

Evenly distribute the tuna mixture over the two bottom slices with spinach.

Step 7

Place the remaining slices of toasted bread on top to form sandwiches.

Step 8

Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(438.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	554.4

Total Fat 8.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 53.0mg	0%
Sodium 1235.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 57.6g	0%

Vitamin D 113.4IU	0%
Calcium 237.6mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1087.2mg	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: 13.9%

Protein: 41.8%

Carbs: 44.4%