Nothing will ever replace the classic tuna sandwiches we ate as kids. Our tuna was served on white bread, bound together with a couple knifefuls of mayonnaise, and we ate them happily while sitting at the kitchen counter, with our legs swinging, too short to touch the floor.
But as we've matured, so have our lunches and outlook on nutrition. There's nothing wrong with eating this time-honored sandwich every now and again, but there are so many delicious, healthful ways to transform a can of tuna fish into something more gourmet. Mayo's main responsibilities are to bind the tuna fish while adding a creamy texture and a subtle flavor. These nine substitutions below get the job done, and then some. Check out these delicious, wholesome twists and you might not ever go back to the kid stuff.

Get the Avocado Tuna Salad recipe by The Healthy Maven

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Get the BBQ Tuna recipe by Meals and Miles

Get the Tuscan Tuna And White Bean Sandwich recipe by Spache The Spatula

Get the French Onion Laughing Cow Tuna Salad recipe by Green Lite Bites

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Get the French Monster Tuna Melt recipe by The DIY Food Guy