What To Serve With Tuna Sandwiches: 10 Best Sides
What to serve with tuna sandwiches – lots of tasty options for side dishes and accompaniments to turn your lunch into a filling meal that will last you until dinnertime!
Tuna sandwiches are a lunchtime for staple for everyone who loves a quick, easy, and nutritious option.
Tuna is a convenient source of vitamin D, iron, protein, and omega-3, and thanks to the fact that it’s readily available in cans, it’s a solid option for having in your store cupboard so you can always whip up a quick sandwich.
It’s so easy to fall into a rut with your weekly meal plans though, so you might be looking for some ideas for what to serve with tuna sandwiches.
If so, you’re in the right place.
We’re going to walk through some tasty side dishes and accompaniments that are the perfect match…
1. Greek salad
Even those who aren’t too keen on salad can’t deny that the Greek version adds something special to any meal it’s served with.
The creamy feta cheese and salty, oily olives will remind you of holidays on sun-drenched beaches, and can turn your tuna sandwich from a quick workplace bite to eat to the kind of meal that you dream about.
With a Greek salad, it’s always best to use the most premium ingredients that your budget will allow.
You’ll be rewarded with the best flavours and unrivalled freshness.
You can make your own using anything in your fridge that might need using up, though I particularly enjoy this Greek salad recipe.
2. Cottage cheese
Cottage cheese is high in protein and essential nutrients such as calcium.
It’s a favourite amongst dieters, but that doesn’t mean it should be overlooked if satisfaction is at the top of your lunchtime agenda.
Its mild taste and smooth texture makes is an easy side dish for a tuna sandwich, though you can always add some extra ingredients to stir through if you like.
Good choices include chopped red onion, chives, and even pineapple.
3. French fries
If you have the luxury of working from home, or you’re serving your tuna sandwich for dinner, you might want to push the boat out and serve a piping hot side dish.
If that’s the case, you really can’t beat a helping of French fries! Serve them with plenty of salt and vinegar.
Make your own by using my slimming homemade chips recipe.
Just cut your potatoes finely, and cook for a little less time until crisp and golden.
4. Fresh fruit
The best side dishes for tuna sandwiches don’t have to be savoury!
A fresh fruit salad, with berries, orange, melon, and grapes, will pack in extra goodness and make for a really well balanced meal.
If you’re making your meal in advance, squeeze over a little orange juice.
This will stop your fruit from going brown.
5. Berries with balsamic vinegar
If you’ve never tried this before, hold judgement until you’ve given it a go!
Berries with balsamic vinegar might seem like a bit of an odd combination, but it works so well.
The sweetness of the berries – strawberries are particularly good here – perfectly complements the acidity of the vinegar.
If it’s a little too tart for your liking, sprinkle over half a teaspoon of sugar.
When you’re wondering what to serve with tuna sandwiches, this is a super special option that will even suit a special occasion!
(For more lunchtime inspiration, check out sides for French dip sandwiches too!)
6. Tomato soup
Soup and a sandwich is a famous lunchtime combination, and tomato soup is a quick and tasty choice to pair with tuna.
I particularly enjoy adding some cheese and red onion to the sandwich, grilling it, and serving as a toastie. It’s oh so good for dipping!
If you have time available to make your own soup, it’s always worth it.
Check out my healthy tomato soup recipe.
7. Onion rings
Do you love a bit of crunch with your lunch?
If so, try making up a batch of onion rings to serve with your tuna sandwich.
It’s reminiscent of a side order you’d be served in a good country pub, and definitely makes things a little more interesting!
8. Crudités
Sliced up veggies are ideal for any lunchbox, and also have a well deserved place at a picnic or buffet lunch for friends.
Some delicious options for crudités include:
- Cucumber
- Cherry tomatoes
- Celery
- Carrot
- Peppers
- Radishes
- Green beans
You can also add some dips such as pesto, hummus, and tzatiki.
9. Olives
Olives are high in vitamin E and other powerful antioxidants, and many highly recommend them for the benefits they can bring for your skin and general wellbeing. Indeed, they’re a key component of the healthy Mediterranean diet.
They’re a quick and easy side dish for tuna sandwiches.
10. Crisps
Crisps – or potato chips as they’re known across the other side of the pond! – are a crunchy, tasty accompaniment to any sandwich.
Better still, you don’t have to do anything more taxing than opening up a bag.
I love salt and vinegar crisps to serve with a tuna sandwich, but of course there are no rules, so just pick your own favourite.
What do you choose when it comes to what to serve with tuna sandwiches?
Do you have any ideas for side dishes or accompaniments that haven’t been covered here in this list?
If so, do leave a comment below and share your thoughts. I love hearing about your kitchen inspirations!
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For more creative ways to enjoy tuna, you might also want to check out how to eat tuna without bread.
