Tuna Melts

Health score
24%
Tuna Melts
12 min.
2
332kcal

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If you're looking for a quick, delicious meal that combines the flavors of the sea with the comforting goodness of melted cheese, then Tuna Melts are your answer! Ready in just 12 minutes, this dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you want a tasty main course without spending too much time in the kitchen. The combination of solid white tuna, fresh lemon juice, and zesty Dijon mustard creates a savory filling that’s elevated by the richness of Swiss cheese melted to perfection.

The smoky undertones of toasted French bread provide the ideal vessel for this delightful mixture, making every bite a satisfying experience. Topped with juicy plum tomatoes and a sprinkle of crisp green onions for that final touch, these Tuna Melts are not only visually appealing but also packed with a balanced nutritional profile—boasting 332 kcal per serving. The recipe serves two, so it’s an excellent choice for a cozy meal with a friend or loved one. Simple, yet gourmet, these melts will quickly become a beloved staple in your recipe collection. Dive into this flavorful dish, and experience the blend of textures and tastes that make Tuna Melts a timeless favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • ounce bread french toasted halved lengthwise
  • tablespoons green onions thinly sliced
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • inch plum tomatoes 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • ounce solid tuna in water white flaked drained canned
  • ounce swiss cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium bowl.
  3. Add tuna; stir gently.
  4. Hollow out top and bottom halves of bread, leaving a 1-inch-thick shell; reserve torn bread for another use.
  5. Place bread, cut sides up, on a baking sheet. Broil 1 minute or until toasted.
  6. Spoon tuna mixture evenly into bread shells; top each with 2 tomato slices and 2 tablespoons cheese. Broil 2 minutes or until cheese melts.
  7. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon green onionson each sandwich, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories332kcal
Protein31.03%
Fat40.34%
Carbs28.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
120.75
Glycemic Load
17.23
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
16.483478193698%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:332.42kcal
16.62%
Fat:14.82g
22.79%
Saturated Fat:4.36g
27.24%
Carbohydrates:23.67g
7.89%
Net Carbohydrates:22.16g
8.06%
Sugar:2.37g
2.64%
Cholesterol:42.95mg
14.32%
Sodium:778.52mg
33.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.64g
51.29%
Selenium:65.6µg
93.71%
Vitamin B3:6.26mg
31.28%
Phosphorus:291.23mg
29.12%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.9%
Vitamin B12:1.26µg
20.96%
Vitamin K:19.52µg
18.59%
Calcium:168.93mg
16.89%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.7%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.61%
Folate:60.6µg
15.15%
Iron:2.65mg
14.72%
Vitamin E:1.86mg
12.41%
Magnesium:47.34mg
11.84%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.1%
Zinc:1.48mg
9.88%
Vitamin D:1.42µg
9.45%
Potassium:267.18mg
7.63%
Fiber:1.51g
6.03%
Copper:0.11mg
5.72%
Vitamin A:209.22IU
4.18%
Vitamin C:3.27mg
3.96%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.29%
Source:My Recipes