Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Melt Sandwich
Indulge in a revamped comfort food classic with our *Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Melt Sandwich*! This recipe swaps out heavy ingredients for wholesome, nutritious alternatives without sacrificing flavor. Made with whole-grain bread, lean canned tuna, and a creamy olive oil-based mayonnaise, it’s packed with heart-friendly nutrients and enhanced by the crisp freshness of celery, red onion, and a vibrant dash of lemon juice and dill. Melted low-fat cheddar cheese adds just the right touch of indulgence, while a quick skillet grilling ensures the bread is perfectly golden and deliciously crisp. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy tuna melt is ideal for lunch or a light dinner. Enjoy a guilt-free twist on a classic sandwich that’s both satisfying and nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 1 can (5 oz) Canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil-based mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Celery, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon Red onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dill, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 slices Low-fat cheddar cheese slices
- as needed Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, olive oil-based mayonnaise, celery, red onion, lemon juice, dill, and black pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
Lay out the slices of whole grain bread and evenly spread the tuna mixture on two of the slices.
Place a slice of low-fat cheddar cheese on top of the tuna mixture on each sandwich.
Top with the remaining slices of bread to form two sandwiches.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly spray it with olive oil cooking spray.
Transfer the sandwiches to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Carefully remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before cutting them in half.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy classic tuna melt sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.2 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1140 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 541 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 485 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
