White Tuna Fish Sandwiches Recipe

Name: White Tuna Fish Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna, packed in water; 1 stalk celery; 1/3 cup finely diced white onion (quarter of a medium onion); 3/4 cup mayonnaise (Hellmann's or Best Foods); salt, a pinch; ground white pepper, a pinch; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 8 slices rye bread; 8 slices tomatoes (1/4-inch thick); 12 -16 romaine lettuce leaves (or mixed greens)

Servings: persons

1
Drain the cans of tuna so that most of the water is removed.
2
Place tuna in a big bowl.
3
With a vegetable peeler or knife, peel the top layer off the celery stalk; finely dice.
4
Add the celery and onion dice to the tuna.
5
Add the mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
6
Mix together the ingredients with gloved or clean hands.
7
Crush together the mixture with your fingers until well combined, making sure to break up large chunks of tuna.
8
Toast the bread.
9
Assemble each sandwich with 2/3 cup tuna salad, 3-4 pieces of lettuce, and 2 slices tomato.
10
Serve with potato chips and a pickle.

461

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna, packed in water, 1 stalk celery, 1/3 cup finely diced white onion (quarter of a medium onion), 3/4 cup mayonnaise (Hellmann's or Best Foods), and more.

Yes, White Tuna Fish Sandwiches 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

White Tuna Fish Sandwiches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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