Monday, May 12, 2008

Tuna and Olive Salad Sandwich


Ingredients
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 (6 ounce) cans light tuna packed in olive oil, drained
1/2 cup chopped drained bottled roasted red peppers
10 Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and cut lengthwise into strips
1 large celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 (20- to 24-inch) baguette
2 tablespoons olive oil
Green leaf lettuce
Cooking directions
1. Make tuna salad: Whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add remaining 1. salad ingredients and stir together gently. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Assemble sandwiches: Cut baguette into 4 equal lengths and halve each piece horizontally. Brush cut sides with oil and season with salt and pepper. Make sandwiches with baguette, lettuce, and tuna salad.
Yield: 4 servings

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