Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich
The lunchtime classic gets a major upgrade with this Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich made with kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, and fresh basil.
Servings 4
Calories 338kcal
Ingredients
- 2 five ounce cans tuna drained
- ⅓ cup minced red onion
- ¼ cup real mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup Mezzetta Pitted Greek Kalamata Olives sliced
- ¼ cup Mezzetta Roasted Red Bell Peppers
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil - mined or Italian parsley
- 8 slices whole grain bread
- Sliced Optional Toppings: romaine lettuce Mezzetta Deli Sliced Pepper Rings and Roasted Red Bell Pepper
Instructions
- Place drained tuna in a medium bowl and add onion, mayonnaise, olives, roasted peppers, lemon juice and fresh basil. Stir with a fork until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Top four slices of bread with a lettuce leaf then add equal portions of tuna salad to each piece.
- Garnish with optional toppings then top with second slice of bread before slicing and serving.
Notes
I love adding capers or lemon zest if I have them on hand or have the time!!
Nutrition
Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 29.4g | Protein: 24.8g | Fat: 15.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14.1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 933mg | Fiber: 4.2g | Sugar: 3.3g
