Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Melt Sandwich
Transform your lunchtime routine with this Heart-Healthy Classic Tuna Melt Sandwich, a nutritious twist on the beloved comfort food. Made with protein-packed canned tuna mixed with olive oil-based mayonnaise, crisp celery, tangy red onion, fresh dill, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this sandwich promises flavor without guilt. Served between slices of fiber-rich whole grain bread and topped with low-fat cheddar cheese, it’s lightly toasted to perfection in a skillet with a touch of heart-healthy olive oil cooking spray. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this lightened-up tuna melt is perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying lunch. Enjoy all the goodness of a classic tuna melt with a heart-smart twist!
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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
- 0 as needed Olive oil cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
Lay out the slices of whole grain bread and evenly spread the tuna mixture on two of the slices.
Step 3
Place a slice of low-fat cheddar cheese on top of the tuna mixture on each sandwich.
Step 4
Top with the remaining slices of bread to form two sandwiches.
Step 5
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly spray it with olive oil cooking spray.
Step 6
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.
Step 7
Carefully remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before cutting them in half.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy classic tuna melt sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (254.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 685.2 |
| Total Fat 32.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g | |
| Cholesterol 39.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1139.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.8g | |
| Protein 42.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 22.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 541.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 485.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories