The Best Spicy Tuna Sandwich

This perfect weekday lunch recipe is a quick and spicy upgrade to your usual spicy tuna sandwich. 

This is the best tuna sandwich recipe to make on busy weeknights when you need something simple yet special. Or when you're craving an easy but exciting lunch to get you through the workday. 

What kind of tuna is best for tuna sandwiches?

Solid white (albacore) tuna has a milder flavor and flakes nicely, making it a good choice for sandwiches. Chunk light tuna is more affordable but has a stronger taste.

Tuna in Water, Drained Mayonnaise Sriracha Sauce Fresh Lemon Juice Salt and Pepper Paprika  Red Onion,  Jalapeno Slices Spinach Lleaves Bread (Sourdough, Whole-Grain, Ciabatta, etc.)

Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, a pinch of paprika, fresh lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to your liking.

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Lay out the toasted slices of good-quality bread on a clean surface and place a generous amount of the spicy tuna mixture on one slice of bread

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Layer the jalapeno and red onion slices on top of the tuna.  Add a handful of fresh spinach leaves over the red onion

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Top with another slice of bread.

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