10 minutes
A classic Tuna-Salad Sandwich inspired by Julia Child's style, featuring a creamy tuna salad with a refreshing crunch, layered with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions on toasted English muffins or white bread.
Tuna In Oil, drained
0 oz
tablespoons
Celery, finely chopped
tablespoons
Onion, finely chopped
tablespoons
Cornichons, finely chopped
each
Capers, chopped
tablespoons
Lemon Juice, fresh
to taste
to taste
Black Pepper, freshly ground
to taste
Chives, minced
tablespoons
English Muffins, toasted
each
Butter Or Boston Lettuce Leaves, soft
each
each
Onion Slices, thin
each
1. Mash and Mix Tuna Salad
In a bowl, use a fork to mash the drained tuna with 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise until creamy and well combined.
2. Add Crunch and Flavor
Stir in the celery, onion, cornichons, and capers or olives into the tuna mixture.
3. Season with Lemon, Salt, and Pepper
Brighten up the flavors by squeezing in some fresh lemon juice, then season with salt and freshly ground pepper to your taste.
4. Add Fresh Herbs
Fold in the minced chives or parsley into the salad.
5. Spread Mayonnaise on Bread
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise onto your toasted English muffins or bread slices.
6. Assemble the Sandwich
Layer the soft lettuce leaves on the bottom half of each muffin or bread slice, followed by an even distribution of the tuna salad. Top with a slice of tomato and, if you like, a slice of onion for an extra bite. Close the sandwich with the other half of the muffin or bread.
Opt for high-quality, oil-packed tuna for a richer flavor and moist texture. If you prefer a lighter option, water-packed tuna is fine, but you may need to boost the flavor with additional herbs and seasonings.
Use a good quality mayonnaise, or try a homemade version. To add a slight tang, blend mayonnaise with a bit of Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.
Brighten the flavors with a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice and consider adding some finely grated lemon zest for extra depth.
Use fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or chives judiciously, along with a pinch of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a hint of cayenne.
Incorporate diced celery and red onion for crunch, ensuring that your diced vegetables are uniform for balance.
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