Low Carb Classic Tuna Melt

Elevate your lunchtime favorites with this Low Carb Classic Tuna Melt, a flavorful and keto-friendly twist on the traditional sandwich. This recipe swaps out bread for golden, cheesy almond flour bases that are crisp yet tender, making it ideal for low-carb diets. The creamy tuna filling, packed with protein, gets an irresistible upgrade with zesty Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and the crunch of finely diced celery and red onion. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and toasted to perfection in a buttery skillet, this deliciously satisfying dish is ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for an easy dinner or a hearty lunch, this low-carb tuna melt delivers big on flavor without the carbs. Serve it warm with a garnish of parsley or a side of fresh greens for a complete meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 10 oz canned tuna in water
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 stalk celery, finely diced
• 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the canned tuna, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, diced celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine and set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix together 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, almond flour, and one egg. Stir until a dough forms.

Step 4

Divide the dough into four equal parts. Form each piece into a circle about 4 inches in diameter on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake the cheese bases in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until they are golden and crispy.

Step 6

Remove the cheese bases from the oven and let them cool slightly before handling.

Step 7

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 8

Place half of the tuna mixture onto each of two cheese bases, then top with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Cover each with another cheese base to form a sandwich.

Step 9

Carefully place each tuna melt into the skillet, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the cheese has melted and the outsides are crisp.

Step 10

Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a minute or two before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(729.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2030.4

Total Fat 155.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 591.1mg	0%
Sodium 3442.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 4.0g
Protein 131.6g	0%

Vitamin D 205.3IU	0%
Calcium 1411.0mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1147.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.9%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 6.5%