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Our Signature Panera Tuna Salad Sandwich

Our Signature Panera Tuna Salad Sandwich with a Healthy Twist

Enjoy our Signature Panera Tuna Salad Sandwich, a guilt-free, high-protein alternative to traditional sandwiches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Salad
  • 2 cans Solid White Albacore Tuna drained
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt alternative to mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Pickle Relish
  • 1 cup Celery chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion diced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill chopped (or parsley)
  • to taste Salt & Pepper essential seasonings
For the Assembly
  • 8 slices Whole-Grain Bread toasted if desired
  • 4 leaves Lettuce to prevent sogginess
  • 1 medium Tomato sliced (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Tuna: Open and drain the cans of solid white albacore tuna, then flake into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and sweet pickle relish, seasoning with salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add Fresh Ingredients: Chop celery, dice red onion, and wash fresh dill. Mix these into the flaked tuna.
  4. Combine Everything: Fold the dressing into the tuna mixture until well-coated without over-mixing.
  5. Chill for Best Flavor: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
  6. Assemble the Sandwich: Layer lettuce on whole-grain bread, add tuna salad, top with tomato slices, and finish with another slice of bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within three days.

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