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Tuna Sub-in-a-Tub

Tuna Sub-in-a-Tub

Creamy tuna, crunchy veggies, and no bread required—an Italian deli-style tuna sub turned into a low-carb salad served in a bowl.

👥 2 servings Prep 15 min
Skinnytaste

Ingredients

  • canned tuna (in water), drained
  • celery, chopped
  • red onion, chopped or sliced
  • chopped broccoli
  • mayonnaise
  • red wine vinegar
  • lettuce (romaine or butter), chopped
  • tomato, sliced
  • banana peppers or pepperoncini, sliced
  • pickles, sliced (optional)
  • olive oil
  • dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Drain the canned tuna and place in a bowl.
  2. Add chopped celery, chopped broccoli, and chopped red onion to the tuna.
  3. Mix in mayonnaise and a splash of red wine vinegar until combined to make the tuna salad.
  4. Finely chop the lettuce and divide it between two bowls.
  5. Top the lettuce with the prepared tuna salad, sliced tomato, banana peppers (or pepperoncini), sliced red onion, and pickles if using.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, then sprinkle with dried oregano and season to taste.
  7. Toss lightly if desired and serve.

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