Description
This Joe & the Juice Tuna Sandwich Copycat brings the beloved flavors of the popular sandwich right to your kitchen. With a combination of creamy tuna salad, fresh ingredients, and the perfect sandwich bread, this recipe is a healthier take on a classic. It’s perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or an on-the-go meal!
Ingredients
For the Tuna Salad:
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1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
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1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for a creamier version)
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp onion powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
For the Sandwich:
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2 slices whole grain or multigrain bread (or bread of choice)
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1/2 avocado, sliced
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1/2 cup mixed greens (such as arugula or spinach)
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1/4 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup tomato, sliced
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A drizzle of olive oil (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
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Make the tuna salad:
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In a bowl, mix the drained tuna with Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined. If you prefer a creamier salad, add more Greek yogurt or use mayonnaise.
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Assemble the sandwich:
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Toast the bread slices lightly, if desired.
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Spread the tuna salad generously onto one slice of bread.
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Layer with avocado slices, mixed greens, cucumber, and tomato. Drizzle a bit of olive oil on top for extra richness and flavor, if desired.
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Top with the second slice of bread.
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Serve:
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Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately, or wrap it up for an easy lunch on-the-go.
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Notes
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If you prefer more texture in your tuna salad, you can add finely chopped celery or pickles.
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You can swap the Greek yogurt for mayonnaise if you want a richer, more classic flavor.
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This sandwich can also be made with gluten-free bread or a wrap for a gluten-free version.
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For extra flavor, try adding a thin layer of mustard to the bread before assembling the sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sandwich, Lunch
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg