Summer Tuna Salad Sandwich Open Faced

Dive into the flavors of summer with this vibrant and satisfying Summer Tuna Salad Sandwich, served open-faced for a fresh and modern twist. This quick and easy recipe combines tender canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, and a zesty kick from Dijon mustard and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Crisp celery, tangy red onion, and fragrant parsley add a delightful crunch and herbaceous note to the mix. Layered on toasted multigrain bread with peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and cool cucumber slices, each bite strikes the perfect balance between hearty and refreshing. Ready in just 15 minutes, this light yet flavorful open-faced sandwich makes for the ultimate lunch or picnic treat. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick afternoon meal, it's a true celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 stalk 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 multigrain bread, toasted
• 0.5 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup arugula leaves

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice to the tuna. Mix well to combine.

Step 3

Fold in the finely chopped celery, red onion, and parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Toast the multigrain bread slices until golden brown and set them aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

On each toasted slice, layer a small handful of arugula leaves.

Step 6

Spread a generous portion of the prepared tuna salad mixture on top of the arugula.

Step 7

Arrange thinly sliced cucumbers and halved cherry tomatoes over the tuna salad.

Step 8

Serve immediately as an open-faced sandwich, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(397.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	848.2

Total Fat 40.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 55.0mg	0%
Sodium 1615.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.1g
Protein 25.2g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 231.7mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 686.5mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 45.2%