Hold the Mayo Tuna Salad Sandwich

Say goodbye to soggy, calorie-heavy mayo with this vibrant and wholesome "Hold the Mayo Tuna Salad Sandwich." This recipe swaps in creamy ripe avocado as a healthy, flavorful alternative, perfectly paired with a spritz of lemon juice and a touch of Dijon mustard for a zesty kick. Crisp celery, finely diced red onion, and fresh parsley add crunch and brightness, while hearty whole-grain or sourdough bread serves as the perfect canvas for this nutrient-packed tuna salad. Layered with fresh lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this quick, no-cook sandwich is ready in just 15 minutes, making it an easy yet satisfying lunch or light dinner option. Whether you're looking for a healthy tuna sandwich recipe or a dairy-free alternative to traditional tuna salad, this dish delivers unbeatable taste and wholesome goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 5-oz cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 0.33 cup celery (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons red onion (finely diced)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread slices
• 2 whole leaves lettuce leaves
• 2 large slices tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocado until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add the lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado. Stir to combine to create a flavorful base.

Step 3

Break up the drained tuna with a fork and add it to the avocado mixture.

Step 4

Fold in the finely chopped celery, diced red onion, and fresh parsley. Mix until all components are well incorporated.

Step 5

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, as desired.

Step 6

To assemble each sandwich, place a lettuce leaf on one bread slice and spread half of the tuna salad mixture on top.

Step 7

Add a large tomato slice to the sandwich, then top with another slice of bread.

Step 8

Cut the sandwich in half diagonally for easier handling, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(738.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1012.6

Total Fat 30.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 100.1mg	0%
Sodium 2386.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 93.7g	0%

Vitamin D 226.8IU	0%
Calcium 175.9mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 2054.4mg	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: 25.8%

Protein: 35.8%

Carbs: 38.3%