High Protein Tunacado

~Copy-cat Joe & The Juice~

Inspired by the famous Joe & the Juice creation, this sandwich combines a creamy tuna mousse with fresh dill, avocado, and basil pesto, all layered between wholesome bread.

Ingredients & Benefits

1. Tuna – High-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids for heart and brain health.
2. Plain skyr – Low-fat, protein-rich dairy alternative for creaminess.
3. Fresh dill – Adds aroma, flavor
4. Pickle – Provides crunch and tanginess.
5. Red onion – Adds flavor and antioxidants.
6. Lemon juice – Brightens flavors and adds vitamin C.
7. Mustard – Adds tang and depth without extra calories.
8. Avocado – Healthy monounsaturated fats for heart health.
9. Tomato – Vitamin C, vitamin A
10. Basil pesto – Adds flavor, healthy fats, and aromatic herbs.
11. Whole-grain bread (spelt) – Fiber-rich for digestion and satiety.

The Recipe

Servings: 2 sandwiches | Total Time: 15–20 minutes | Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

Tuna Mousse 

• 1 can tuna (185g)
• 150g plain skyr
• 1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
• 1 pickle, finely chopped
• ¼ red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp mustard
• Salt, to taste
  

Sandwich Assembly

• 1 avocado
• 4 slices tomato
• 4 tsp basil pesto
• 4 slices whole-grain bread (spelt bread recommended)
• Optional: Sliced jalapeño for a spicy kick

Instructions

1. Finely chop the red onion, pickle, and fresh dill.
2. In a bowl, combine skyr, tuna, chopped red onion, dill, lemon juice, mustard, and pickle. Add salt to taste and mix until smooth and evenly combined.
3. Toast the slices of whole-grain bread.
4. Spread basil pesto on one slice of bread and layer the other slice with avocado slices.
5. Spread a generous amount of tuna mousse onto the avocado slice and top with two slices of tomato.
6. Assemble the sandwich, slice in half if desired, and enjoy immediately!

Swaps & Variations

• Bread: Use whole-wheat, rye, or gluten-free bread.
• Cheese: Add a thin slice of feta or mozzarella for extra creaminess.
• Tuna: Substitute with canned salmon or chickpea mash for a vegetarian option.
• Pesto: Swap basil pesto for sun-dried tomato pesto or avocado spread.
• Extras: Add cucumber, spinach, arugula, or sprouts for more greens.

Nutrition

Approximate per sandwich: Calories: 406 kcal | Protein: 31 g | Carbs: 46 g | Fat: 10 g 

Dietary Info

Contains Gluten | Contains Dairy | High in Protein