Description

This Joe & the Juice tuna sandwich copycat brings the cafe favorite to your own kitchen. It’s packed with creamy tuna salad, sun-dried tomatoes, and a touch of pesto, all toasted between thin, crispy rye bread slices. Perfect for lunch, a quick snack, or a light dinner.

Ingredients

For the Tuna Mix:

1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sandwich:

2 slices thin rye bread (or thin multigrain bread)
1 tsp pesto (basil pesto preferred)
2-3 slices sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
1/4 avocado, thinly sliced (optional but close to original)
Butter or oil, for grilling (optional)

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Instructions

Make the tuna mix: In a bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, mustard (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.
Assemble the sandwich: Spread a thin layer of pesto on one side of a bread slice. Top with the tuna mix, sun-dried tomatoes, and avocado (if using). Cover with the second slice of bread.
Toast it: Heat a skillet or sandwich press over medium heat. Grill the sandwich on both sides until golden brown and crispy – about 2–3 minutes per side.
Serve: Slice in half and serve hot.

Notes

Use very thin rye or whole grain bread to get the authentic texture.
Avocado is often added at Joe & the Juice for extra creaminess.
You can skip the mustard if you want a milder flavor.

Try pressing the sandwich with a spatula while toasting for extra crispiness

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 390
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 610mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 35mg