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Tuna salad sandwich with apple, pickles, and tomato.

Lunch

Tuna Salad Sandwich with Pickles & Apple

This tuna salad sandwich blends creamy yogurt dressing with crisp apple and tangy pickles for a light yet satisfying bite. It’s high in protein, rich in fiber, and ready in 10 minutes: perfect for lunch or a post-workout meal. The mix of sweet, sour, and savory flavors keeps things interesting without weighing you down. Enjoy it toasted for extra crunch and comfort in every bite.

Kcal 451
Protein 48 g
Carbs 57 g
Fat 3 g
Fiber 9 g
Prep Time10
Servings1
CuisineAmerican
MealLunch
DifficultyEasy
AllergensFish, Gluten, Dairy

Ingredients

  • ¼ red onion
  • 4 pickles
  • 1 apple
  • 5 oz (140 g) tuna in water, drained
  • 2 ½ fl oz (75 ml) nonfat yogurt
  • 2 slices whole wheat bread
  • 5 cherry tomatoes
This high-protein sandwich keeps you full longer while staying low in fat.

Preparation

  1. Finely chop the onion. Dice the pickles and apple into small cubes.
  2. Flake the tuna with a fork in a bowl.
  3. Mix the tuna with the onion, pickles, and apple.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk yogurt with a splash of pickle brine, salt, and pepper. Combine the tuna mixture with the dressing. Season to taste. Serve the tuna salad on the bread. Place the tomatoes alongside.
  5. Combine the tuna mixture with the dressing. Season to taste.
  6. Serve the tuna salad on the bread. Place the tomatoes alongside.
FitChef Tip: 1. Add a pinch of curry powder to the dressing for a flavor boost. 2. Add arugula or spinach for more color and nutrients without extra calories. 3. Toast the bread for extra crunch and warmth.

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