ITALIAN-STYLE TUNA SANDWICH
Though an American cook (or even a French one) usually adds mayonnaise to the bowl when dressing canned tuna for a sandwich, Italian cooks invariably anoint theirs with olive oil instead. Capers, olives and anchovy often join the festivities; here they are combined with garlic and parsley to make a zesty salsa verde. Choose the best quality Italian or Spanish canned tuna-the extra cost is well worth it. The other essential ingredient is freshly baked bread, like a good crisp baguette or crusty ciabatta roll.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, sandwiches, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the salsa verde: Whiz parsley leaves and 1/2 cup oil in a food processor or blender to a pesto-like consistency, then transfer to a small bowl. (Alternatively, chop parsley by hand and combine with oil.) Add garlic, chopped olives, anchovies, capers, lemon zest and red pepper to parsley mixture and stir well. Season with salt if necessary and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Thin with more oil as desired.
- Cut baguette crosswise into 4 equal pieces, then split each lengthwise with a serrated knife. (If using rolls, split each lengthwise.) For each sandwich, lay bread flat, crust side down. Spread cut sides with 2 tablespoons salsa verde. Put a few lettuce leaves on 1 piece of bread and arrange 2 ounces of tuna over lettuce. Top tuna with 1 egg, quartered. Season egg lightly with salt and pepper. Add sliced serrano chile, if using. Drizzle with a little more salsa verde, then press sandwich closed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 530, UnsaturatedFat 29 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 725 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Matthew Wolfe
[email protected]This sandwich is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use canned tuna, which makes it a great option for a quick lunch or dinner.
Raylene Paulsen
[email protected]I've made this sandwich several times now and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for tuna salad sandwiches.
Vanessa Agyemang
[email protected]This is the best tuna sandwich recipe I've ever tried. Thank you for sharing!
Neil Lester
[email protected]I made this sandwich for my kids and they loved it. It's a great way to get them to eat fish.
Pubgmobile Pro
[email protected]This sandwich is perfect for a picnic or potluck.
Tipu Gujjar
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tuna salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!
Cykaytee Omg
[email protected]This sandwich is a keeper!
Melz G
[email protected]Delicious and easy to make.
Isaias Carrillo
[email protected]Loved it! Will definitely make it again.
Kgomotso Madumo
[email protected]This sandwich is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover tuna.
Md Ruble Khan
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the combination of tuna and capers, but I was pleasantly surprised. The capers added a nice briny flavor to the sandwich.
mahofojur rahoman
[email protected]This is my new favorite tuna sandwich recipe! It's so simple to make, yet so delicious. I love the combination of tuna, capers, and red onion.
Ahlam Ibrahim
[email protected]I made this sandwich for lunch today and it was delicious! The tuna salad was creamy and flavorful, and the bread was toasted to perfection.
Tanha Log
[email protected]This sandwich was easy to make and packed with flavor. I used canned tuna, but I think it would be even better with fresh tuna. Yum!
Sagar Raj dami
[email protected]I've tried many tuna salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. The addition of capers and red onion gave it a nice tangy flavor. My family loved it!
Prasanna Max
[email protected]This Italian-style tuna sandwich was a delightful treat! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the tuna salad was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.