Description

This copycat recipe brings the beloved Joe & the Juice Tuna Sandwich right to your kitchen. It’s a simple yet delicious sandwich made with creamy tuna salad, juicy tomato, and fresh basil, all pressed between thin, crispy whole grain bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

1 (5 oz) can of tuna in water, drained
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 slices of whole grain or rye sandwich bread (thin-style)
4 thin tomato slices
Fresh basil leaves (about 4-6 leaves)

Olive oil or butter (for grilling)

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix the tuna, mayonnaise, mustard (if using), salt, and pepper until creamy.
Lay out the bread slices. Spread the tuna mixture evenly on one slice.
Add tomato slices and basil leaves over the tuna.
Top with the second slice of bread.
Lightly brush the outside of the sandwich with olive oil or butter.
Grill the sandwich in a panini press or skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side if using a pan.
Slice in half and serve warm.

Notes

Want it extra crispy? Use a panini press for that signature crunch.
For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise.
Rye crispbread or whole grain flatbread gives it that authentic Joe & the Juice texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 380
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 670mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 35mg