Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Sandwich
Savor the wholesome goodness of a Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Sandwich, a nutritious twist on an all-time favorite. This recipe swaps traditional mayo for protein-rich, non-fat Greek yogurt, creating a creamy, flavorful base for sustainably-sourced Albacore tuna. Enhanced with zesty Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and crunchy celery, every bite is a perfect balance of texture and taste. Packed between slices of hearty whole grain bread and loaded with crisp spinach leaves and refreshing cucumber slices, this sandwich is a fiber-rich, low-calorie delight. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's the perfect quick, satisfying meal for lunch or a light dinner. Healthy, delicious, and simple—this sandwich proves you don’t have to sacrifice flavor for a heart-smart choice.
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Ingredients
- 5 ounces Albacore tuna, packed in water
- 2 tablespoons Plain Greek yogurt, non-fat
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk Celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 1 cup Spinach leaves
- 0.5 cup Cucumber slices
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Open the can of tuna and drain it well. Transfer the tuna into a medium-sized mixing bowl and flake it with a fork.
Step 2
Add the non-fat Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard to the tuna. Stir well to combine until the tuna is evenly coated.
Step 3
Incorporate the finely chopped celery and red onion into the tuna mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well distributed.
Step 4
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 5
Lay out the slices of whole grain bread. Evenly spread the tuna mixture onto two slices of the bread.
Step 6
Top the tuna mixture with cucumber slices and fresh spinach leaves, dividing them equally between the two sandwiches.
Step 7
Place the remaining bread slices on top of each sandwich, lightly pressing down.
Step 8
Cut each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (438.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 567.0 |
| Total Fat 10.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g | |
| Cholesterol 59.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1745.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.5g | |
| Protein 54.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 83.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 246.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1088.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories