High Protein Tuna Melt
Looking for a healthier twist on the classic tuna melt? This version swaps mayonnaise for Greek yogurt, giving you a creamy filling without losing any of the taste you love. Finished with melted cheese and toasted until golden, it’s a lighter take that’s just as satisfying. Make the tuna mix ahead and keep it in the fridge for a quick, easy lunch all week!
Serves
3
Prep time
15 minutes
Cooking time
10 minutes
Ingredients
Tuna mix:
- 2 x 185 g cans of tuna in spring water, drained
- 2 heaped tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 celery stick, finely chopped
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 spring onion stem, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp chives, finely chopped
- 2 tsp white vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
Sandwich:
- 6 slices of your favourite cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella)
- 6 slices whole grain bread
- 1 tablespoon of butter for toasting
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the Tuna Mix ingredients and stir until well combined.
- To assemble one sandwich, heat a pan over medium heat. Butter both pieces of the bread, then place them butter side down in the pan.
- Top one slice of bread with two slices of cheese. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the bread to toast and the cheese to melt slightly.
- Spread the tuna mixture evenly over the second slice of bread (without cheese). Place the cheese-covered slice on top of the tuna-covered slice to form a sandwich.
- Flip the sandwich and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove the tuna melt from the pan, cut it in half, and serve hot. Enjoy!
Ingredients
Tuna mix:
- 2 x 185 g cans of tuna in spring water, drained
- 2 heaped tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 celery stick, finely chopped
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 spring onion stem, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp chives, finely chopped
- 2 tsp white vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
Sandwich:
- 6 slices of your favourite cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella)
- 6 slices whole grain bread
- 1 tablespoon of butter for toasting
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the Tuna Mix ingredients and stir until well combined.
- To assemble one sandwich, heat a pan over medium heat. Butter both pieces of the bread, then place them butter side down in the pan.
- Top one slice of bread with two slices of cheese. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the bread to toast and the cheese to melt slightly.
- Spread the tuna mixture evenly over the second slice of bread (without cheese). Place the cheese-covered slice on top of the tuna-covered slice to form a sandwich.
- Flip the sandwich and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove the tuna melt from the pan, cut it in half, and serve hot. Enjoy!
Helpful Tips
Storage
Keep the tuna mix in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Assemble and toast the sandwiches fresh when ready to eat.
Substitutions
Use whole grain, sourdough, or even a low-carb bread to suit your preferences.
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30 minutes or less
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