Ultimate Tuna Sandwich
This is no ordinary tuna sandwich—it’s a bold, herby, tangy upgrade of the classic. Tuna packed in oil creates a richer base, while Dijon mustard, dill pickles, and fresh green onions add zing and freshness. Finished with buttery lettuce on your favorite bread, it’s creamy, crunchy, and impossible to put down.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- chill time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 10–40 mins
- Yield: : 8–12 sandwiches
Ingredients
Tuna Filling:
30 oz (850g) canned tuna in oil, drained
1½ cups whole egg mayonnaise (or Kewpie for a Japanese twist)
1½ cups finely diced celery (~2 stalks)
10 tbsp finely chopped dill pickles
4 tbsp pickle juice
4 tbsp Dijon mustard
6 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill (or parsley or basil)
⅔ cup finely sliced green onions (~4 stems)
1 tsp black pepper
For Sandwich Assembly:
16 pieces butter lettuce
Salted butter, for spreading
16 slices sandwich bread or 8 medium rolls (brioche, sourdough, or rye recommended)
Optional twist: thin slices of cucumber or tomato, or a sprinkle of crushed potato chips for extra texture
Instructions
Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine drained tuna, mayo, celery, pickles, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, green onions, and pepper. Mix well until creamy and evenly blended.
Taste & chill (optional): Adjust seasoning if needed. For best flavor, let it chill for 30 minutes so the flavors meld.
Assemble sandwiches: Lightly butter each slice of bread. Lay down butter lettuce, scoop on a generous portion of tuna filling, and top with optional extras if using.
Serve: Slice sandwiches in half, wrap for a picnic, or serve immediately for lunch perfection.
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
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