Best 8 Tuna Salad Or Sandwich Spread Recipes

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Tuna salad or sandwich spread is a classic dish that is both delicious and versatile. Made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, and a variety of other ingredients, tuna salad can be served on sandwiches, crackers, or as a dip. It is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. There are many different recipes for tuna salad, each with its own unique flavor. Some popular variations include adding celery, onion, pickle relish, hard-boiled eggs, and Dijon mustard. Tuna salad can also be made with different types of mayonnaise, such as Greek yogurt or avocado mayonnaise. No matter what your preferences, there is sure to be a tuna salad recipe that you will love.

This article includes three different recipes for tuna salad:

* **Classic Tuna Salad:** This recipe is a simple and straightforward tuna salad that is perfect for beginners. It is made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and pickle relish.
* **Avocado Tuna Salad:** This recipe adds avocado to the classic tuna salad for a creamy and flavorful twist. It is perfect for those who love avocados or are looking for a healthier alternative to mayonnaise.
* **Greek Yogurt Tuna Salad:** This recipe uses Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter and healthier tuna salad. It is perfect for those who are looking for a low-fat or low-calorie option.

All three of these recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So whether you are looking for a classic tuna salad, a creamy avocado tuna salad, or a healthy Greek yogurt tuna salad, you are sure to find a recipe in this article that you will love.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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We enjoy this tuna salad sandwich recipe year round for quick meals and it is delicious. It's perfect for those days you don't want to heat up the kitchen.

Provided by Eating on a Dime

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 oz white flaked tuna in water drained
1 stalk celery finely diced
2 dill pickle spear finely chopped
1 green onion sliced
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dijon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 slices wheat bread

Steps:

  • Drain the tuna well.
  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Use to top a salad, in sandwiches or to add to pasta salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 620 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



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For many people, those days when you had a tuna salad sandwich for lunch are still some of the happiest childhood memories. Bring back those days with a simple lunch that satisfies your nostalgic cravings for a simple, homemade sandwich.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (6 oz each) tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 slices bread

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix the tuna, celery, onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Spread tuna mixture on 4 bread slices. Top with remaining bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

BEST EVER TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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This tuna salad sandwich will change everything you thought you knew about tuna salad in a sandwich. The secret ingredient to this canned oil-packed tuna salad is cottage cheese. Trust us. It works.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Lunch     Sandwich     Quick and Easy     Canned Tuna     Sandwich     Tuna     Tuna Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (5- or 6-ounce) can tuna packed in olive oil, undrained
1/3 cup cottage cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon capers
1 tablespoon lemon juice
A pinch or two fresh dill, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 slices bread, lightly toasted
Lettuce and sliced tomatoes (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the sandwich: Serve tuna salad on toast, either open faced, or between two slices of bread with lettuce and tomatoes, if you wish. For a low-carb option, serve on sliced lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 915 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize Makes 1 to 2 sandwiches, depending on the size of the sandwich, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TUNA SANDWICH SPREAD



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Tuna sandwich spread is made with mayonnaise and chopped celery and a little chili sauce. Spread on sliced bread or toast and top with sliced cucumber.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Lunch     Sandwiches

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (approximately 7 ounces) tuna (drained and flaked)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise, or to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
dash of Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chili sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 small cucumber (optional)
4 leaves lettuce
4 slices (bread or toast)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Mix the tuna with mayonnaise , celery, Worcestershire sauce, chili sauce, and lemon juice, adding a little more mayonnaise if not moist enough.
  • Peel and thinly slice cucumber.
  • Place a lettuce leaf on a slice of bread or toast.
  • Spread tuna mixture on the lettuce leaf and then top with thinly sliced cucumber.
  • Top with another slice of bread or toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 2 sandwiches, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TUNA EGG SANDWICH



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This is just an old-fashioned tuna egg sandwich that is simple and quick to make! My grandparents make these and tell me that this is the 'correct' way to make a hearty sandwich!

Provided by LISALC98

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste
4 slices whole wheat bread

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the tuna, eggs, celery and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place half of the mixture onto 1 slice of bread and the other half on another slice of bread. Top with remaining slices of bread. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 339.5 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 558.9 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

TUNA SALAD OR SANDWICH SPREAD



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The pecans give this tuna salad a wonderful flavor. It can be served in lettuce cups for a luncheon. I like to make sandwiches from this mixture for picnics or backyard parties.

Provided by Stella Mae

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (12 ounce) cans tuna packed in oil, well drained
1/2 onion, finely minced
tiny amount celery, finely minced
1/2-1 cup broken bits pecans
mayonnaise, to bind
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients into a bowl and mix well.
  • Serve on lettuce leaves for a luncheon or make sandwiches.

PINEAPPLE-TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



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From Weirton, West Virginia, Maida Knox offers this tasty twist on an old favorite. She mixes crushed pineapple and applesauce into tuna salad for a delectable treat that's perfect at lunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt-free herb seasoning blend
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
8 slices Italian bread
4 slices tomato
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the applesauce and mayonnaise. Stir in the celery, green pepper, pineapple, onion, seasoning blend, garlic powder and pepper. Add tuna; mix well. Spread over four slices of bread; top with tomato, lettuce and remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 715mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUNA SANDWICH SPREAD



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From my grandma's recipes. Tuna in oil contains vitamin E, unlike tuna in water, so that's what I always choose.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces tuna in vegetable oil, drained
1/4 cup celery, chopped or 1/4 cup carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons onions, minced (not dried)
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
6 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients and mix well. Great on whole wheat bread or as a cracker spread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.9, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 31.1, Sodium 452.2, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 26.1

Tips:

- Choose high-quality tuna chunks for the best flavor and texture. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in brine. - Use mayonnaise that is made with olive oil for a richer flavor. You can also use Greek yogurt or avocado as a healthier alternative to mayonnaise. - Add your favorite vegetables to the tuna salad for extra flavor and nutrition. Some popular choices include celery, onion, cucumber, and carrots. - Season the tuna salad to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. Some popular choices include dill, parsley, and lemon juice. - Serve the tuna salad on bread, crackers, or lettuce leaves. You can also use it as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or tacos.

Conclusion:

Tuna salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its simple ingredients and endless variations, tuna salad is a perfect meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you prefer it classic or with a twist, tuna salad is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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