Cucumber–Tuna Salad Sandwich

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Cucumber adds a refreshing crunch to the creamy tuna salad in this easy sandwich. We opted for Greek-style yogurt to reduce fat and calories and add some tanginess to the dressing. Add some relish, chopped celery or pickled peppers to the tuna mixture to boost the flavor even more. Serve with potato chips, chopped fresh veggies or with bagel chips on the side.

By
Amanda Stanfield
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Amanda Stanfield

Amanda Stanfield is a Test Kitchen assistant in the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios. She completed her undergraduate degree in journalism and strategic communications at Hampton University. After graduation, Amanda worked in the nonprofit sector as a marketing associate for a global nonprofit organization. In 2018, she pivoted into the food industry and began training in fine-dining restaurants around Atlanta. Later she gained her culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and went on to work in a variety of kitchens from boutique restaurants to conference hotels. As a true foodie, Amanda seeks out nutritious and unique flavors to inspire others to eat happily and healthfully. When she's not cooking up delicious recipes, you can find her lap swimming in the pool or watching a good sci-fi movie.

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Published on January 18, 2024
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Renu Anshie Dhar
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Renu Dhar has more than a decade of cumulative experience cooking as a personal chef and culinary instructor. As a personal chef, she developed over 1,000 personalized recipes and meal plans for her clients.
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Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

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a recipe photo of the Cucumber–Tuna Salad Sandwich
Photo:

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco, 
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
1
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free
the ingredients to make the Cucumber–Tuna Salad Sandwich

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco, 

Ingredients

  • 1 (5-ounce) can no-salt-added solid white tuna in water, drained

  • 3 tablespoons reduced-fat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 2 slices whole-wheat bread

  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced Persian cucumbers

Directions

  1. Stir tuna, yogurt, oil, lemon juice, shallot, chives, dill, garlic powder, pepper and salt together in a small bowl until well blended.

    a step in making the Cucumber–Tuna Salad Sandwich

    Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco, 

  2. Spread the tuna mixture on 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange cucumber slices on 1 slice; top with the remaining slice. Cut the sandwich in half diagonally before serving.

    a photo of the Cucumber–Tuna Salad Sandwich sliced in half

    Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco, 

Serving Size: 1 sandwich

Calories 445, Fat 20g, Saturated Fat 4g, Cholesterol 32mg, Carbohydrates 30g, Total Sugars 5g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 40g, Fiber 4g, Sodium 676mg, Potassium 712mg

EatingWell.com, January 2024

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