Save to Pinterest Delightful, ocean-inspired mini sandwiches shaped like starfish, perfect for festive gatherings or childrens parties.
The star-shaped sandwiches always bring smiles at our family events and are easy to prepare ahead of time.
Ingredients
- Bread: 12 slices white sandwich bread (crustless)
- Filling: 120 g canned tuna in water, drained, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp finely chopped chives, Salt and pepper, to taste
- Decoration: 24 black olive slices (for eyes), 24 small capers (for decoration), 1 small carrot, peeled and finely diced (for optional star points)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out star shapes from each bread slice. You should get 24 stars.
- Step 2:
- In a bowl, mix the tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped chives, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Step 3:
- Spread a generous spoonful of the tuna mixture onto half the bread stars.
- Step 4:
- Top with the remaining bread stars to form sandwiches.
- Step 5:
- Gently press two olive slices onto one point of each sandwich to create eyes. Place a caper in the center of each olive slice.
- Step 6:
- For extra detail, use tiny carrot pieces to decorate the tips of the star points.
- Step 7:
- Arrange on a platter and serve chilled.
Save to Pinterest Making these starfish sandwiches has become a fun tradition that brings our family together in the kitchen and at the table.
Notes
Add a touch of sweet relish or finely diced celery for extra crunch. Pair with a crisp white wine or sparkling water with lemon for adults.
Required Tools
Star-shaped cookie cutter, Mixing bowl, Spreading knife, Small spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (bread), Egg (mayonnaise), Fish (tuna), Mustard. May contain Sulfites (capers, olives). Check all ingredient labels for hidden allergens if unsure.
Save to Pinterest These mini starfish sandwiches are easy to customize and always a hit with kids and adults alike.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I shape the sandwiches into starfish forms?
Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut stars out of crustless white bread slices before assembling the filling and topping the stars.
- → What ingredients create the filling?
The filling combines canned tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, chopped chives, salt, and pepper for a balanced savory flavor.
- → Can the decoration be customized?
Yes, black olive slices form eyes with capers placed in the center, and small diced carrot pieces can be added at star points for color and detail.
- → Are there alternative fillings suggested?
Chicken finely chopped can replace tuna for a non-pescatarian version, and additions like relish or celery can add crunch and sweetness.
- → What is the best way to serve these sandwiches?
Arrange chilled on a platter for easy finger food at festive parties or children's events, pairing nicely with crisp white wine or sparkling lemon water for adults.
- → Are there allergen considerations to be aware of?
The sandwiches contain wheat from bread, egg from mayonnaise, fish from tuna, and mustard; capers and olives may contain sulfites, so check labels as needed.