Tuna Sandwich

1. 1
   prep · ~3 min

   Drain the tuna and prep the vegetables.

   1.Open both cans of tuna and drain thoroughly in a colander, pressing gently to remove excess water.

   2.Transfer tuna to a medium mixing bowl.

   3.Finely dice the celery stalk and mince the onion.
2. 2
   mix · ~2 min

   Make the tuna salad filling.

   1.Flake the tuna with a fork until no large chunks remain.

   2.Add mayonnaise, celery, onion, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

   3.Stir everything together until well combined and creamy.

   TIPFor a lighter texture, use a fork to fluff the mixture rather than mashing it.
3. 3
   assemble · ~2 min

   Assemble the sandwiches.

   1.Lay out 4 slices of bread on a clean surface.

   2.Place a lettuce leaf on each slice, then spoon an even amount of tuna salad on top.

   3.Add 2-3 tomato slices over the tuna on each sandwich.

   4.Top with remaining bread slices and press down gently.
4. 4
   serve · ~1 min

   Slice and serve the sandwiches.

   1.Cut each sandwich diagonally in half with a sharp knife.

   2.Serve immediately or wrap tightly for later.

   TIPChilling the wrapped sandwiches for 15-20 minutes helps them hold together better when cutting.

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