Mediterranean-Style Tuna And Olive Sandwich Recipe

Name: Mediterranean-Style Tuna And Olive Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 unsliced French baguette (see my Kittencal's French Bread/Baguette (Kitchen Aid Mixer Stand Mixer); 3 tablespoons olive oil; salt & freshly ground black pepper; sliced tomatoes (optional); green leaf lettuce; TUNA SALAD; 1/3 cup mayonnaise (can use more); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 (6 ounce) cans light tuna in olive oil, drained; 1/2 cup chopped bottled roasted red pepper; 8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped coarsely (or use other brine-cured olives); 3 tablespoons finely chopped red onions; 1 celery rib, diced; salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Servings: persons

1 unsliced French baguette (see my Kittencal's French Bread/Baguette (Kitchen Aid Mixer Stand Mixer)
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
sliced tomatoes (optional)
green leaf lettuce
TUNA SALAD
1/3 cup mayonnaise (can use more)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 (6 ounce) cans light tuna in olive oil, drained
1/2 cup chopped bottled roasted red pepper
8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped coarsely (or use other brine-cured olives)
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onions
1 celery rib, diced
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

1
In a large bowl place chopped roasted red peppers, Kalamata olives, onion and celery; toss to combine; add in the tuna and gently toss leaving the tuna in small chunks.
2
In a small bowl whisk together the mayo with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and minced garlic; add to the tuna mixture and toss gently to combine then season with salt and pepper (at this point you may cover and refrigerate for upt to 24 hours).
3
Using a serrated knife slice the baguette into 4 even pieces, then slice each piece in half.
4
Brush the sides of the bread with olive oil then sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper (you may lightly toast the sliced part of the bread in a skillet if desired).
5
Place lettuce leaves onto each bottom half of bread slice, then pile/divide the tuna mixture over the lettuce, if desired lay tomato slices over the tuna.
6
Top each with a slice of bread.

735

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 unsliced French baguette (see my Kittencal's French Bread/Baguette (Kitchen Aid Mixer Stand Mixer), 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt & freshly ground black pepper, sliced tomatoes (optional), and more.

Yes, Mediterranean-Style Tuna And Olive Sandwich falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mediterranean-Style Tuna And Olive Sandwich

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