Bumping Up the Tuna Sandwich

If the words, Tuna Sandwich make you think of a dry, boring lunch, I want to introduce you to this version that I began making recently.

This flavorful version of Tuna fish is full of crunchy goodness, but is also light on calories! It only requires a little mayo to help hold it together! The choice of bread is key, but the addition of the cheddar cheese and tomato slice help bump up this sandwich that gets as bad a rap as canned asparagus. Here’s the simple recipe we’ve been loving…

INGREDIENTS – Makes 2 sandwiches

• 1 packet of tuna (in water), drained
• 2 Tbl carrots, minced
• 2 Tbl minced celery
• 1 tbsp red onion, minced
• 1 tbsp light mayonnaise
• 1 tsp red wine vinegar
• salt and pepper
• Bread of your choice – I used a light bagel – You could also do this open-faced with only one slice of bread
• 2 slices 2% reduced fat cheddar or American cheese
• 2 slices tomato
• Cooking spray

INSTRUCTIONS

• Combine tuna, celery, carrots, onion, mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper.
• Heat a large skillet over low heat.
• Spray skillet with oil, and place sandwich on top.
• Top bread with cheese, then tuna salad and tomato. Cook on low heat until cheese melts and bread gets toasty.
• Serve immediately.

You will not miss the normal heavy mayo in this sandwich. It’s perfect as is! Using a special bread like these bagels makes it taste really indulgent, so I would definitely check your Aldi for these! Toasting the sandwich makes it perfect for a fall or winter lunch!

Don’t settle for a plain tuna sandwich in the future! These simple ingredients will add the pizzazz your lunch time routine needs!

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Refresh your lunch!