Spicy Tuna Sandwich
Make a twist to the usual lunch routines and add spicy tuna sandwiches to the menu. This tuna salad brings a kick of heat, creaminess, and so much flavor to every bite. This is one lunch you won't want to miss.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 412kcal
Cost: Recipe $3.23 / Serving $0.81
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained ($1.92)
- ½ cup mayonnaise ($0.45)
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or chili sauce ($0.24)
- 1 tablespoon sweet relish ($0.08)
- 2 tablespoon yellow mustard ($0.06)
- salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 8 slices sandwich bread ($0.48)
Instructions
- Prep tuna. Drain tuna well and flake with a fork to break up large chunks.
- Mix filling. Add tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha, relish, and mustard to a bowl. Stir until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble. Spread about ½ cup tuna filling onto one slice of bread. Top with a second slice. Repeat with remaining bread and filling.
- Serve. Serve immediately and enjoy.
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Notes
- Yield. These are generously filled sandwiches. Portion smaller to make extra servings if needed.
- Scaling. Recipe doubles easily. Use a larger bowl for mixing.
- Low-Carb Option. Serve tuna salad in lettuce leaves instead of bread.
- Make Ahead. Prepare tuna filling up to 3 days in advance and store airtight in the refrigerator. Assemble sandwiches just before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 1033mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 129IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 3mg
