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Tuna Melt

A healthy and quick open-faced tuna melt loaded with veggies and cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tuna Salad
  • 4.5 ounce canned tuna in water drained
  • 0.25 cup carrots minced
  • 0.25 cup celery minced
  • 1 tablespoon red onion minced
  • 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise e.g., Hellman's Light
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Assembly
  • 2 slices whole wheat bread
  • 2 slices 2% reduced fat cheddar cheese or American cheese
  • 2 slices tomato
  • olive oil spray

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, minced carrots, celery, red onion, light mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  2. Heat a large skillet or griddle over low heat.
  3. Lightly spray the skillet with olive oil. Place two slices of bread on the hot skillet.
  4. Top each slice of bread with a slice of cheese, then a portion of the tuna salad, and finally a slice of tomato. Cover the skillet and cook on low heat until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted to your liking. Serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is a healthier take on the classic tuna melt, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch.