Creamy Tuna Salad Sandwiches with Fresh Dill Recipe

Preparation Time: 15m
Cook Time: 0m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 4

January 12, 2025 4.8

Perfect for a light lunch or picnic, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients with bold flavours, offering a delicious twist on the traditional tuna sandwich. Serve on your favourite bread or toast for an easy, satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

2 cans (185 g each) of tuna in olive oil, drained
1 stalk celery, finely diced
½ small red onion, finely diced
2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tbsp capers, drained and chopped
⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 slices of wholegrain or sourdough bread
Lettuce leaves, tomato slices, or cucumber rounds (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1 Prepare the Tuna Salad Base
In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, finely diced celery, diced red onion, and chopped fresh dill. Add a tablespoon of capers for a tangy kick.
2 Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and stir until evenly combined.
3 Assemble the Sandwiches
Spread the tuna salad generously over slices of fresh or toasted bread. Top with lettuce leaves, tomato slices, or cucumber rounds as desired. Close with a second slice of bread, slice in half, and serve immediately.