Low Carb Classic Tuna Melt Sandwich
Satisfy your cravings without breaking your low-carb goals with this irresistible Low Carb Classic Tuna Melt Sandwich. Packed with a flavorful tuna salad made from tender canned tuna, crisp celery, tangy dill pickle, zesty red onion, and a touch of lemon juice, this sandwich delivers a perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures. Layered with melty cheddar cheese and nestled between slices of low-carb bread or fluffy cloud bread, each bite offers a comforting, cheesy indulgence. Pan-grilled to golden perfection with a buttery crust, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal weekday lunch or light dinner. Perfect for keto enthusiasts or anyone seeking a healthier twist on a diner classic, this tuna melt is a guilt-free comfort food that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna in water
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle
- 2 tablespoons red onion
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices low-carb bread or cloud bread
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
Drain the tuna and add it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely chop the celery, dill pickle, and red onion, and add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Step 3
Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and mix everything together until well combined.
Step 4
Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Step 5
Spread one side of each slice of low-carb bread with butter.
Step 6
Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the preheated skillet.
Step 7
Divide the tuna mixture evenly onto the two bread slices in the skillet.
Step 8
Top the tuna on each slice with two slices of cheddar cheese.
Step 9
Place the remaining two slices of bread on top, buttered side up.
Step 10
Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Step 11
Once cooked, remove from the skillet, carefully slice each sandwich in half, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (539.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1243.3 |
| Total Fat 87.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 256.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2447.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.4g | |
| Protein 77.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 58.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 523.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 829.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories