Nutrition Facts for Low sodium classic tuna sandwich

Low Sodium Classic Tuna Sandwich

Transform your lunchtime routine with this delicious Low Sodium Classic Tuna Sandwich, a heart-healthy twist on a beloved favorite. Made with no-salt-added canned tuna, creamy plain Greek yogurt, and a zesty kick of Dijon mustard, this recipe keeps the flavor while cutting back on sodium. Finely chopped celery and red onion add a satisfying crunch, while fresh dill and a splash of lemon juice bring a bright, herbaceous touch. Pile this savory tuna mixture onto whole wheat bread, then layer on crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices for a sandwich that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for a quick lunch or picnic, this low-sodium tuna sandwich is a wholesome choice without sacrificing taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 5-ounce cans no-salt-added canned tuna
  • 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 slices whole wheat bread slices
  • 4 leaves lettuce leaves
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Drain the no-salt-added canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, red onion, chopped dill, and lemon juice to the tuna.

Step 3

Mix well until all ingredients are combined and the mixture is creamy.

Step 4

Season the tuna mixture with black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Lay out the whole wheat bread slices. On four of them, distribute the tuna mixture evenly.

Step 6

Top the tuna with a lettuce leaf and add a couple of slices of tomato on each.

Step 7

Place the remaining bread slices on top to complete the sandwiches.

Step 8

Cut each sandwich in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (669.0g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 759.7
Total Fat 13.5g 0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 26.1mg 0%
Sodium 1540.9mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.0g 0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g 0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 55.6g 0%
Vitamin D 33.4IU 0%
Calcium 476.7mg 0%
Iron 9.6mg 0%
Potassium 1482.9mg 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: 15.3%
Protein: 27.9%
Carbs: 56.8%