Greek-Style Tuna Salad Sandwiches

Health score
24%
Greek-Style Tuna Salad Sandwiches
10 min.
4
467kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious lunch option that packs a flavorful punch? Look no further than these Greek-Style Tuna Salad Sandwiches! Perfectly suited for busy weekdays or a leisurely weekend lunch, this recipe combines the classic taste of tuna salad with vibrant Mediterranean ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or a picnic with friends. The combination of flaked tuna, roasted red bell peppers, and crumbled feta cheese creates a delightful medley of flavors and textures. The crunch of fresh celery adds a refreshing bite, while the Italian dressing ties everything together with a zesty finish.

What’s more, these sandwiches are not only delicious but also nutritious, with each serving containing approximately 467 calories. The balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates makes them a well-rounded choice for lunch or dinner. Whether you enjoy them immediately or prepare them in advance for a grab-and-go meal, these Greek-Style Tuna Salad Sandwiches are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a taste of the Mediterranean!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz tuna flaked drained canned
  • 0.5 cup roasted peppers red drained chopped (from 7-ounce jar)
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese shredded crumbled
  • 0.5 cup celery chopped
  • lb bread french
  • 0.3 cup salad dressing italian

Equipment

  • bowl
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix tuna, bell peppers, cheese and celery.
  2. Cut bread into four 4-inch pieces; cut each piece horizontally in half. For each sandwich, remove some of the bread from center of slices; discard bread or save for another use.
  3. Drizzle dressing on cut sides of bread; spread over bread. Fill each sandwich with 1/2 cup tuna mixture.
  4. Serve immediately, or wrap securely with plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories467kcal
Protein27.41%
Fat19.1%
Carbs53.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.88
Glycemic Load
45.51
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
25.60826092181%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.36mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:467.15kcal
23.36%
Fat:9.85g
15.15%
Saturated Fat:3.08g
19.24%
Carbohydrates:62.06g
20.69%
Net Carbohydrates:59.16g
21.51%
Sugar:7.14g
7.93%
Cholesterol:41.68mg
13.89%
Sodium:1352.21mg
58.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.8g
63.59%
Selenium:92.87µg
132.67%
Vitamin B3:14.07mg
70.37%
Vitamin B1:0.84mg
56.32%
Vitamin B12:2.5µg
41.75%
Folate:151.21µg
37.8%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.65%
Iron:6.12mg
34%
Manganese:0.66mg
33.01%
Phosphorus:293.88mg
29.39%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.43%
Calcium:159.11mg
15.91%
Magnesium:62.7mg
15.67%
Zinc:2.21mg
14.72%
Vitamin K:13.21µg
12.58%
Copper:0.24mg
12.23%
Fiber:2.91g
11.63%
Vitamin C:8.59mg
10.41%
Potassium:363.71mg
10.39%
Vitamin D:1.08µg
7.18%
Vitamin E:0.9mg
6.01%
Vitamin A:296.09IU
5.92%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.62%