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The Ultimate Creamy Tuna Salad Sandwich Recipe (Quick & Easy!)

Discover the best creamy tuna salad sandwich recipe! Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this easy recipe is packed with flavor and simple to make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Seafood
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 5-6 ounces each chunk light tuna in water, drained well
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion or sweet onion
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish optional, but recommended for tang
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice fresh is best
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices of your favorite bread white, whole wheat, rye, etc.
  • Optional toppings: lettuce leaves tomato slices

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Tuna: Open and drain both cans of tuna thoroughly. Transfer the drained tuna to a medium mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.
  2. Add the Mix-ins: Add the mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped red onion, sweet pickle relish (if using), Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl with the tuna.
  3. Combine and Season: Gently stir all the ingredients together until well combined and creamy. Be careful not to overmix, which can make the tuna mushy. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste. Mix again to distribute the seasonings.
  4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Toast your bread slices if desired. Spread a generous amount of the tuna salad mixture onto two of the bread slices. Top with lettuce leaves and tomato slices if you like.
  5. Complete and Serve: Place the remaining two bread slices on top to complete your sandwiches. Slice in half, if desired, and serve immediately.