Tuna Mexi Melts

Health score
19%
Tuna Mexi Melts
45 min.
6
626kcal
75.12%sweetness
41.98%saltiness
51.14%sourness
17.71%bitterness
27.79%savoriness
100%fattiness
100%spiciness

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These Tuna Mexi Melts are the perfect blend of spicy and savory, with a hint of Mexican flair. The secret lies in the homemade picante sauce, a zesty blend of tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno, and spices. This sauce adds a kick to the creamy tuna mixture, which is then piled onto slices of French bread and topped with melted cheese. The result is a delicious open-faced sandwich that's perfect for lunch or dinner.

What sets these melts apart is the unique combination of flavors and textures. The bread is toasted to perfection, with a crispy exterior and a soft, buttery interior. The tuna mixture is creamy and flavorful, with a hint of spice from the chili powder and garlic. The pepper jack cheese adds a nice kick, while the cheddar provides a sharp, tangy contrast. The result is a sandwich that's bursting with flavor and sure to satisfy any craving.

Not only do these Tuna Mexi Melts taste amazing, but they're also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple steps, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So, if you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's full of flavor, these Tuna Mexi Melts are definitely worth trying!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder 
  • bunch cilantro leaves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon cumin 
  • loaf bread french
  • servings garlic powder for sprinkling
  •  spring onion chopped
  • 0.5  jalapeno cored seeded chopped
  •  juice of lime juiced
  • 0.3 teaspoon paprika 
  • ounces pepper jack cheese sliced
  • 0.8 cup picante sauce 
  •  roma tomatoes roughly chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup cream sour
  • 360 grams tuna 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven

Directions

  1. Well whip up the picante first. To do this, go ahead and add all the ingredients into your food processor. Zip it up good and then add in some salt to taste.Next up, grab your french loaf and slice it into 1 slices.
  2. Brush the melted butter over your slices of bread and then sprinkle on some cumin, chile powder, and garlic powder.
  3. Add all the melt ingredients with the exception of the pepper jack cheese to a bowl and mix it up good. Now grab your bread and lop a large spoonful of the tuna mixture on each piece. Top them all off with a slice of pepper jack cheese. Throw your sandwiches into an oven heated to 350 degrees and let them heat up for about 10 to 15 minutes or until your cheese is melted and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts

Calories626kcal
Protein21.35%
Fat50.6%
Carbs28.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.25
Glycemic Load
27.54
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.572173913043%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.37mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
1.52mg

Taste

Sweetness:
75.12%
Saltiness:
41.98%
Sourness:
51.14%
Bitterness:
17.71%
Savoriness:
27.79%
Fattiness:
100%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:626.12kcal
31.31%
Fat:35.58g
54.74%
Saturated Fat:20.32g
127.02%
Carbohydrates:44.38g
14.79%
Net Carbohydrates:41.17g
14.97%
Sugar:7.55g
8.39%
Cholesterol:117.07mg
39.02%
Sodium:1546.92mg
67.26%
Protein:33.78g
67.55%
Selenium:71.84µg
102.63%
Vitamin B3:10.02mg
50.11%
Calcium:491.56mg
49.16%
Phosphorus:455.93mg
45.59%
Vitamin B2:0.65mg
37.96%
Vitamin B1:0.56mg
37.25%
Vitamin A:1794.9IU
35.9%
Vitamin B12:2.11µg
35.1%
Folate:111.55µg
27.89%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.81%
Iron:4.56mg
25.33%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.11%
Zinc:3.16mg
21.08%
Vitamin K:21.54µg
20.51%
Magnesium:68.4mg
17.1%
Potassium:549.73mg
15.71%
Vitamin C:12.08mg
14.64%
Fiber:3.2g
12.81%
Vitamin E:1.82mg
12.14%
Copper:0.23mg
11.6%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.48%
Vitamin D:1.03µg
6.88%
Source:Foodista