Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich Recipe

Imagine the gentle warmth of the Mediterranean sun kissing your face, a gentle breeze rustling through olive trees, and the tantalizing aromas of a bustling kitchen. That’s the kind of magic our Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich brings into your home. This recipe blends the fresh, vibrant ingredients synonymous with Mediterranean cuisine, making it perfect for family picnics, a light lunch, or a quick yet satisfying dinner. With its balance of textures and flavors – zesty lemon dressing, briny olives, and rich tuna – it’s a dish that embodies both simplicity and culinary artistry. Let’s embark on this delightful culinary journey together.

Ingredients

• 2 cans of tuna (in water), drained
• 1/4 cup of finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup of chopped kalamata olives
• 1 tablespoon of capers
• 1/2 cup of diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 large lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 large sandwich rolls or ciabatta bread, sliced in half
• Leafy greens (like arugula or spinach)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, chopped red onion, kalamata olives, capers, diced cucumber, and fresh parsley. Mix gently to combine.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. Pour over the tuna mixture and toss gently until well combined.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the lemon juice or olive oil, if needed, ensuring the flavors are balanced.
4. Lightly toast the sandwich rolls or ciabatta bread for added texture and flavor.
5. Assemble the sandwiches by spreading a generous amount of tuna salad onto the bottom half of each roll. Top with leafy greens and cover with the top half of the roll.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Helpful Tips

For a creamier texture, consider adding a tablespoon of Greek yogurt to the tuna salad mixture. You can also substitute red onion with green onions for a milder flavor, and swap out kalamata olives for other varieties you prefer.

Storage Instructions

Store any leftover tuna salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the sandwiches just before serving to ensure the bread stays fresh and does not become soggy.

Ingredient Substitutions

If you don’t have fresh parsley, dried parsley will do in a pinch; use about a teaspoon. You can also use regular black olives if you can’t find kalamata olives, and swap lemon juice with lime juice for a different zestiness.

Pairings

This Mediterranean Tuna Salad Sandwich pairs beautifully with a side of Greek salad and a cool, refreshing beverage like a mint lemonade. It’s a combination that’s sure to delight your taste buds!

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