Recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Sandwich 🥪
Description: Inspired by a delightful holiday experience, this Mediterranean Tuna Sandwich is a burst of fresh flavors enclosed between two slices of bread. Even if you’re not a fan of canned tuna, the medley of ingredients in this sandwich will surely win you over. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack, especially during the summer months.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Tuna, Vegetable, European, Summer, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Beginner Cook, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 188.7
- Fat: 18.1g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 7.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.1g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 2.6g
- Protein: 0.8g
Servings: 3-4 sandwiches
Cook Time: Not specified
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Olive oil | 1/4 cup |
| Red wine vinegar | 1/2 cup |
| Red onion | 1 |
| Canned tuna | 1 can |
| Capers | As desired |
| Kalamata olives | As desired |
| Tomatoes | 1 |
| Fresh bread slices | As needed |
| Leafy greens | As desired |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and red wine vinegar. Mix well to emulsify the dressing.
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Marinate the Onions:
- Thinly slice the red onion and place it in the oil-vinegar mixture. Allow the onions to marinate while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
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Assemble the Sandwich:
- Take a slice of fresh bread and drizzle it thinly with the oil-vinegar mixture from the bowl.
- Layer the marinated onions on top of the bread.
- Add capers and kalamata olives according to your preference.
- Next, add the canned tuna on the sandwich.
- Slice the tomato and place it over the tuna.
- Add leafy greens for freshness.
- Drizzle another layer of the oil-vinegar mixture lightly over the ingredients.
- Finally, place another slice of bread on top to complete the sandwich.
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Press and Serve:
- Gently press the assembled sandwich together to meld the flavors.
- Allow the sandwich to sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld further.
- Clean up your workspace while you wait.
- Serve the Mediterranean Tuna Sandwich with plenty of napkins, as it can be a messy delight!
Enjoy your Flavorful Creation! 🌟
Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely lunch or a quick snack on-the-go, this Mediterranean Tuna Sandwich is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its vibrant flavors and textures. Experiment with the ingredients to suit your preferences, and savor every bite of this easy-to-make culinary delight!
