Maggie's Spicy Tuna Sandwich

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A spicy hot tuna salad sandwich. Serve with a side of soup, salad, fruit. Yummy!

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 sandwiches

Ingredients

  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained

  • 1 large ripe tomato, diced

  • 2 tablespoons canned sliced jalapeno peppers with juice

  • 2 tablespoons chopped broccoli

  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives

  • teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons seasoned croutons

  • 4 large lettuce leaves

  • 1 tomato, sliced

  • 8 slices whole wheat bread

Directions

  1. Mix tuna, diced tomato, jalapeno with liquid, broccoli, pesto, garlic, chives, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix well and top with seasoned croutons.

  2. Assemble sandwiches by layering lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, and tuna mixture between sliced bread.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

280 Calories
7g Fat
29g Carbs
26g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 280
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 493mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 11%
Dietary Fiber 6g 20%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 26g 52%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 141mg 11%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 569mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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