Nutrition Facts for Low fat classic tuna melt

Low Fat Classic Tuna Melt

Satisfy your comfort food cravings guilt-free with this Low Fat Classic Tuna Melt! This lighter take on a timeless favorite combines protein-packed canned tuna, creamy low-fat mayonnaise, and a zesty hint of lemon juice for a flavorful sandwich filling. Fresh bursts of finely chopped celery and red onion add a delightful crunch, while melted low-fat cheddar cheese brings satisfying ooey-gooeyness. Served on whole wheat bread and cooked to golden perfection in a non-stick skillet, this healthy tuna melt is ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for a quick lunch or a wholesome dinner, this recipe offers all the indulgence of a traditional tuna melt with significantly less fat—making it ideal for health-conscious diners who don’t want to sacrifice flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:10 mins
Total Time:20 mins
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces canned tuna in water
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 slices whole wheat bread slices
  • 4 slices low-fat cheddar cheese, sliced
  • None non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the low-fat mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped red onion, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the tuna.

Step 3

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Step 4

Lay the slices of whole wheat bread on a clean surface.

Step 5

Divide the tuna mixture evenly between two slices of the bread.

Step 6

Place one slice of low-fat cheddar cheese on top of the tuna mixture on each sandwich.

Step 7

Top each with the remaining slices of bread to form two sandwiches.

Step 8

Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat it over medium heat.

Step 9

Place the sandwiches in the skillet, pressing down gently with a spatula.

Step 10

Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Remove from the skillet, cut the sandwiches in half, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (635.8g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 907.4
Total Fat 23.5g 0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 134.3mg 0%
Sodium 2856.4mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.5g 0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g 0%
Total Sugars 12.1g
Protein 117.4g 0%
Vitamin D 140.8IU 0%
Calcium 1030.0mg 0%
Iron 7.2mg 0%
Potassium 1226.9mg 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: 22.8%
Protein: 50.7%
Carbs: 26.5%