Carrie's Garlic Pesto Tuna Salad Sandwiches Recipe

Tuna Sandwiches with Pesto

This easy-to-make tuna sandwich is packed with flavor, featuring a creamy tuna mixture with mayonnaise, mustard, pesto, and garlic. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying snack, this recipe yields 4 servings.

Ingredients

• 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
• 2 tablespoons basil pesto
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 slices rye bread
• 8 leaves lettuce
• 1 large ripe tomato, sliced

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, pesto, and minced garlic. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed.
2. Take 8 slices of rye bread and lay out 4 slices on a clean surface.
3. Spread an even layer of the tuna mixture onto each of the 4 slices of bread.
4. Top the tuna mixture with a leaf of lettuce and a slice of tomato.
5. Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top to complete the sandwiches.
6. Serve immediately, or wrap up the sandwiches for a quick meal on-the-go!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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