Super Quick and Tasty Tuna Avocado Sandwich
This super quick and tasty tuna avocado sandwich tastes incredible. And it doesn’t take long to make at all. In fact, it should take no longer than 10-15 minutes tops to make.
This sandwich recipe shouldn’t really be called a recipe, because of how easy and quick it is to make. But of course, you’ll be making it for the first time, so I have to list the ingredients and how to make it.
After that, you wouldn’t need the recipe. It’s as easy to put together as 123. Since you’re checking out this recipe, I’m assuming that you’re a tuna fan like myself.
FYI: The addition of the mashed avocado along with a couple of tomato slices brings this simple tuna sandwich to a new level. You’ll see:)
How It Tastes..
When you put tuna together with the creamy texture of mashed avocado, there’s a flavor explosion like no other. I thought about mashing the avocado in with the tuna, but decided to layer them instead.
I think it’s better this way, actually. You can taste the combination of flavors and textures from both the tuna and the avocado.
I also thought about just slicing the avocado, and adding it to the sandwich like that. In the end, I thought it would be better mashed. And it is, quite so..
Either way, you won’t be able to deny how delicious this super quick and tasty tuna avocado sandwich is. And I’m sure your family will enjoy it also.
What Makes This Sandwich Incredible..
First of all, you can’t go wrong in pairing tuna and avocado together to create a delicious healthy sandwich, can ya? And you can use any kind of bread or rolls you want to make this sandwich.
By the way, these gluten-free hoagie rolls would be the perfect vessel for you to make this sandwich on. They’re easy to make, and don’t call for a lot of ingredients either.
On the other hand, this easy and tasty honey whole-wheat sandwich bread would work as well. The options are limitless..
Avocado – The Perfect Sandwich Accompaniment in More Ways Than One
I’ve only in the last couple of days reintroduced avocado back into my diet. I was on an avocado kick about a year ago, and fell off till very recently.
But I’m back on the avocado train now, and I can’t understand how I fell off in the first place. I’m trying to stick it out for the long haul now. Especially knowing how good for you avocados are! And so delish.
Beside this super quick and tasty tuna avocado sandwich, you can use avocado in deli sandwiches even. The creamy buttery texture it adds is amazing and so yum:)
How to Test Avocados Before Buying
Avocados are sold in many grocery stores nowadays. I usually buy mine organic from Whole Foods Market.
I recommend that you buy organic avocados, because they’re not treated with pesticides or other toxic chemicals. And they don’t cost much more than the non-organic ones.
*The Feel Test*
I learned the hard way that you need to test an avocado before buying it. As in, making sure it’s ripe and ready to be used right away or soon thereafter.
Most unripe avocados are bright green and unyielding when applying a little pressure to them. If you buy them in this state, it will take a few days before you can actually use them in anything.
On the other hand, a ripe and ready to use avocado is typically a more brownish color. And it gives (feels soft) when you apply very light pressure to it. This avocado is ready to use straightaway.
How to Cut An Avocado Open
All avocados contain a large pit in the middle. But it’s pretty easy to cut one open though.
All you need to do is take a knife and slice straight down till you feel the pit. Position the knife again just before it hits the pit.
Then slice down the entire avocado until it’s cut all the way around (without cutting into the pit). Now, you should be able to twist off the two halves of the avocado; and scoop out the pit.
Then remove the insides. Super easy..
Super Quick and Tasty Tuna Avocado Sandwich Ingredients
You’re only going to need 4 main ingredients in order to make this tuna avocado sandwich.
This is in addition to any other supplementary seasonings and optional additions you may want to add.
This recipe should make around 3 sandwiches, or 2 depending on what kind of bread you’re using. And it also depends on how much of the tuna and avocado mixture you add.
- Bread: Such as hoagie rolls, sandwich bread, etc.
- A couple of cans of tuna (5 oz each)
- Capers (optional but adds so much flavor)
- Dairy-Free or Regular Mayo (Only a couple tablespoons needed): With mayo, you don’t want to overdo it. If it’s not enough for you, then add a bit more.
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- One Ripe Avocado
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- A couple tsp fresh lime or lemon juice (optional but highly recommended – extra dose of flavor)
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There you have it! A very tasty yet delicious super quick and tasty tuna avocado sandwich awaits your palate.
Enjoy, thank you; and have a blessed day:)
Super Quick and Tasty Tuna Avocado Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 *5 oz each* cans tuna (preferably in oil, as it’s more flavorful) *Leave a little liquid from the can in the tuna, so you won’t have to add a lot of mayo*
- 2 tbsp dairy-free or regular mayo *Use light mayo, as it’s healthier. Otherwise use regular*
- 1 tsp capers (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tsp fresh lime or lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- You need two small bowls.In one bowl, add the tuna* (drained except for a very small amount of liquid). Add in the mayo and capers. *Or you can drain all of the liquid. Just add in a couple tsp more mayo then* Add a dash each of salt and pepper to taste, stir well; and set aside.
- To the other bowl, add the scooped out avocado. Add in a dash each of salt and pepper; also the lemon juice if using.Mash together and set aside.
- To make the sandwiches:Spread a layer of the mashed avocado on your choice of bread – lightly toasted or not.Top with some of the tuna/avocado mixture, and spread over the mashed avocado. Top with your choice of sliced cheese, tomato, etc. before serving.
- *If you’d like, you can put the tuna on the bottom first, then layer the mashed avocado on top. Whatever your preference is*