Description
Recreate the viral Joe & The Juice Tunacado at home with this easy copycat recipe. This healthy sandwich is packed with flavor and texture, featuring a smooth tuna mousse, creamy avocado, bright pesto, and toasted ciabatta.
Ingredients
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Tuna Mousse:
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1 can of tuna in olive oil (drained)
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon chopped capers
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1 teaspoon chopped dill or parsley
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Pesto (store-bought or homemade):
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1 cup fresh basil
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1 garlic clove
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2 tablespoons pine nuts
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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¼ cup olive oil
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Salt to taste
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Sandwich:
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2 ciabatta or panini-style bread slices
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½ avocado, sliced
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Optional: tomato slices, red onion, arugula
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Instructions
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Blend tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, capers, and herbs until smooth in a food processor. Season with salt and pepper.
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Toast ciabatta or panini bread until golden and crisp.
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Spread pesto on one slice of toasted bread.
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Layer tuna mousse evenly, followed by avocado slices.
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Close the sandwich, press gently, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Notes
Swap mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Use gluten-free bread if needed.
Assemble right before serving for the best texture.
Vegan option: use mashed chickpeas and vegan pesto.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (toasting)
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: No-Cook (except toasting), Assembly
- Cuisine: Scandinavian-American fusion