High Protein Tuna Melt Recipe (Quick Healthy Lunch) 🥪🐟
This High Protein Tuna Melt is a quick and satisfying lunch option that combines the rich flavors of tuna with melted cheese on toasted bread. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it delivers a deliciously creamy texture and a crispy finish, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
- 2 cans canned tuna in water drained
- 1 cup Greek yogurt as a healthy mayo substitute
- 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for grilling
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt, dijon mustard, minced garlic, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until fully combined and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, place two slices of whole grain bread in the skillet and spread the tuna mixture evenly on top.
- Top each tuna-covered slice with the remaining shredded cheese and cover the skillet with a lid to allow the cheese to melt, cooking for about 5-7 minutes.
- While the cheese is melting, toast the remaining two slices of bread in the same pan or in a toaster until golden brown.
- Once the cheese has melted, carefully transfer the tuna melts onto the toasted bread slices. Top with chopped parsley for garnish.
- Serve the tuna melts hot, either open-faced or as a sandwich, and enjoy your quick and healthy lunch!
Notes
Tip 1: For extra flavor, add chopped celery or red onion to the tuna mixture.
Tip 2: Store leftover tuna mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variation: Substitute tuna with canned salmon or chickpeas for a different protein source.
Tip 2: Store leftover tuna mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variation: Substitute tuna with canned salmon or chickpeas for a different protein source.