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Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich

A classic British lunch sandwich featuring flaked tuna, sweetcorn, and creamy mayonnaise on buttered white bread.

10 minEasyServes 2420 cal/serving

BritishLunchNo-CookPescatarianHalal-friendlyNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 can canned tuna in spring water, drained
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup canned sweetcorn, drained
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 4 slices sliced white bread

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine 1 can drained canned tuna in spring water, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1/4 cup drained canned sweetcorn, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until fully mixed.

  2. 2

    Spread 2 tbsp softened butter evenly over one side of each slice of 4 slices sliced white bread.

  3. 3

    Divide the tuna filling evenly across half of the buttered sliced white bread slices.

  4. 4

    Top with the remaining slices of sliced white bread and cut diagonally to serve.

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Questions

Can I make Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich is 2 tbsp butter, softened. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich is 4 slices sliced white bread. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich contain fish?

Yes: 1 can canned tuna in spring water, drained. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 420 calories, with 22 g protein, 35 g carbohydrate and 21 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 680 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich?

Refrigerate what is left of Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich within two hours and eat it within two days (seafood turns fast). It is served cold; there is nothing to reheat.

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