Kittencal's Tuna Salad Sandwiches Recipe

Elevate your lunch game with Kittencal's Tuna Salad Sandwiches! This simple yet incredibly flavorful recipe is bursting with fresh taste. We're talking perfectly flaky tuna tossed with zesty lemon juice, creamy mayonnaise, and a hint of spice (optional Tabasco and mustard powder, of course!). Let the flavors meld in the fridge for a few hours for an even more incredible experience. Serve it on toasted whole-grain bread, in a pita pocket, or atop a bed of crisp lettuce – the possibilities are endless! Add chopped sweet gherkin pickles or macaroni for extra deliciousness. Get ready for a tuna salad sandwich that will redefine your expectations!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 537.8 kcal
Protein 113g
Rating 4.7 (98 Reviews)
Kittencal's Tuna Salad Sandwiches

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kittencal's Tuna Salad Sandwiches

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How to Make Kittencal's Tuna Salad Sandwiches

  1. Drain one 5-ounce can of tuna and gently squeeze out any excess moisture.
  2. Flake the tuna with a fork in a medium bowl.
  3. Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped celery (optional) and 2 tablespoons chopped sweet gherkin pickles (optional).
  5. Add 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder (optional) and a dash of Tabasco sauce (optional). Mix until well combined, adjusting seasonings to your liking.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend.
  7. To assemble, spread the tuna salad onto your choice of bread (toasted whole-grain is recommended), pita bread, or serve it on a bed of lettuce. Top with tomato slices for extra freshness.
  8. Enjoy your sensational tuna salad sandwiches!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

14g

Carbs

11g