Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Mayo
Elevate a lunchtime favorite with this 'Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Mayo' recipe, a lightened-up twist on the traditional tuna sandwich that doesn’t skimp on flavor. By swapping out calorie-packed mayonnaise for creamy plain low-fat yogurt and a touch of tangy Dijon mustard, this nutritious yet satisfying recipe is packed with omega-3-rich tuna and vibrant, crunchy add-ins like celery, red onion, and fresh parsley. Nestled between whole-grain bread slices layered with crisp baby spinach and juicy tomatoes, this quick and easy meal is ready to enjoy in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a balanced lunch, this sandwich delivers big on taste while supporting a heart-conscious lifestyle.
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Ingredients
- 1 can (5 ounces) Canned tuna in water
- 3 tablespoons Plain low-fat yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 Celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
- 4 Whole-grain bread slices
- 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
- 1 medium Sliced tomatoes
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it into a bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into small pieces.
Step 2
Add the plain low-fat yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl with the tuna. Mix well to combine.
Step 3
Add the finely chopped celery, red onion, and fresh parsley to the tuna mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
Step 4
Season the mixture with black pepper and sea salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
Step 5
Lay out the whole-grain bread slices and evenly layer baby spinach leaves on two slices.
Step 6
Spoon the tuna mixture generously onto the spinach-covered slices.
Step 7
Top the tuna with sliced tomatoes.
Step 8
Complete the sandwiches by placing the remaining bread slices on top.
Step 9
Cut each sandwich diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (479.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 516.0 |
| Total Fat 7.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 47.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1672.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.7g | |
| Protein 54.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 301.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1227.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories