Hawaiian Tuna Sandwich

A tropical upgrade to the classic tuna salad, featuring flaked tuna mixed with diced pineapple, crunchy celery, and a hint of lime. Served on a soft bun or in a lettuce wrap, it offers a refreshing and slightly sweet contrast to the savory fish. It is a light, high-protein lunch option that brings a taste of the Pacific islands to your midday meal.

Prep 6 minCook 19 minTotal 25 minUpdated Jul 3, 202625 minLow CarbKeto Friendly

A tropical upgrade to the classic tuna salad, featuring flaked tuna mixed with diced pineapple, crunchy celery, and a hint of lime. Served on a soft bun or in a lettuce wrap, it offers a refreshing and slightly sweet contrast to the savory fish. It is a light, high-protein lunch option that brings a taste of the Pacific islands to your midday meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 piece(s) Hamburger Bun
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Tuna Chunk Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Black Pepper, ground
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
  • 2 tbsp Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
  • 1 piece(s) Pineapple Ring, canned

Instructions

  1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Toast hamburger buns, and spread cut sides with butter.
  2. Drain half of the oil from the tuna. Combine the tuna and remaining oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chili powder in a small bowl. Mix well. Fill each toasted bun with tuna salad, shredded lettuce, mozzarella cheese, and one pineapple ring.
  3. Place sandwiches on a baking sheet, and heat until the cheese melts, approximately 10 to 12 minutes.

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