TUNA SANDWICH WITH SLICED ONION AND TOMATOES

MAKES 4 SANDWICHES

One of my Italian friends would often make this as a late night snack. For me, it makes a quick, easy, light and delicious dinner. I usually use chunk light tuna in water that is drained but, you can use a good-quality tuna packed in olive oil, in which case you won't need to drizzle with the oil.

INGREDIENTS

4 large crusty rolls, sliced in half horizontally

Mayonnaise

12 ounces chunk light tuna in water, well drained

Olive oil, preferably extra virgin

1/2 medium lemon

1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced

2 small tomatoes, thinly sliced

Salt and pepper to taste

If desired, place the rolls in a 400° oven to toast slightly. Spread the cut side of each roll half with mayonnaise.Divide the tuna among the bottom halves, pressing down slightly so it will adhere to the bread. Drizzle each with oil, lemon juice, and sprinkle with the chopped basil. Top with the onion slices, then the tomato slices. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining roll halves and serve.

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