Tuna Fish Sandwich (Light & Lemony) - Meal 1 Option
A light, protein-packed sandwich with a fresh, lemony flavor. Perfect for lunch or a quick dinner, with crisp bread and creamy yogurt for balance.
Note: This is geared around a daily 1,200 calorie goal. Please see my meal plan how-to for more information!
Ingredients (Serves 1)
1 can tuna fish, drained and seasoned with lemon juice and garlic
1.5 cups fresh spinach, sautéed
½ cup Greek yogurt, mixed with dill for spread
2 slices Ezekiel bread, toasted or warmed in a skillet for crispness
A few slices pickles
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Prepare the bread: Toast or warm Ezekiel bread in a skillet until slightly crispy.
Prepare the tuna: Mix drained tuna with lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Sauté the spinach: In a non-stick skillet, lightly sauté spinach until wilted. Season to taste.
Assemble the sandwich: Spread dill Greek yogurt on the bread slices. Layer sautéed spinach, tuna mixture, and pickle slices. Top with the second slice of bread.
Serve: Enjoy immediately while the bread is warm and crisp.
Meal Prep Tip
Batch prep: Prepare tuna salad and sauté spinach in advance. Store separately in airtight containers in the fridge for 2–3 days.
Keep bread crisp: Toast or warm bread just before assembling the sandwich.
Add variety: Swap tuna for cooked white fish, and add sliced tomatoes or cucumbers for extra freshness.
