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Spicy Tuna Sandwich: Quick & Easy Lunch Recipe for Busy Days!
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Spicy Tuna Sandwich: Quick & Easy Lunch Recipe for Busy Days!
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Spicy Tuna Sandwich: Quick & Easy Lunch Recipe for Busy Days!

Learn how to make a delicious and satisfying spicy tuna sandwich in under 10 minutes! This recipe features flaky tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise, a kick of sriracha, crunchy celery, and zesty red onion, all piled high on toasted bread with fresh lettuce and tomato. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this sandwich is packed with flavor and easy to customize to your taste.
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The perfect spicy tuna sandwich, ready to eat!
The perfect spicy tuna sandwich, ready to eat!

Recipe Information

7m
Prep Time
2m
Cook Time
9m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
420
Calories
30g
Protein
35g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Close-up of the delicious tuna filling with fresh vegetables.
Close-up of the delicious tuna filling with fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

  • Canned Tuna
    (drained well)

    1 can (5 oz)

  • Mayonnaise

    2 tablespoons
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  • Sriracha Sauce
    (or to taste)

    1 teaspoon

  • Celery
    (finely chopped)

    1 cup

  • Red Onion
    (finely minced)

    2 tablespoons

  • Salt
    (or to taste)

    1 teaspoon

  • Black Pepper
    (freshly ground, or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
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  • Bread Slices
    (your favorite, toasted)

    2 slices

  • Lettuce Leaves

    2 leaves

  • Tomato

    2 slices
Servings: 1
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
A beautiful cross-section showing layers of flavor.
A beautiful cross-section showing layers of flavor.

Instructions

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  • 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, chopped celery, minced red onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well until fully combined.
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    In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, chopped celery, minced red onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well until fully combined.
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    Adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level. For a milder flavor, use less or omit.
  • 2

    Toast your bread slices to your desired crispness. You can use a toaster, a pan, or a toaster oven.
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    Toast your bread slices to your desired crispness. You can use a toaster, a pan, or a toaster oven.
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    Toasting the bread prevents it from getting soggy and adds a delightful crunch.
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  • 3

    Place the toasted bread slices on a plate. Layer each slice with fresh lettuce leaves and tomato slices.
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    Place the toasted bread slices on a plate. Layer each slice with fresh lettuce leaves and tomato slices.
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    Use crisp, fresh lettuce for best texture and vibrant color.
  • 4

    Spoon the spicy tuna mixture generously over one of the prepared bread slices. Then, top with the other bread slice.
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    Spoon the spicy tuna mixture generously over one of the prepared bread slices. Then, top with the other bread slice.
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    For extra crunch, add a slice of dill pickle or some potato chips inside the sandwich.
  • 5

    Serve immediately. You can cut the sandwich in half diagonally for an easier eating experience.
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    Serve immediately. You can cut the sandwich in half diagonally for an easier eating experience.
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    This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh. Pair it with a side salad or some fruit.
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