Garden Tuna Melts

Elevate your lunch game with these irresistible Garden Tuna Melts, a fresh and hearty twist on a comfort food favorite. This recipe combines protein-packed tuna with crisp veggies like celery, red bell pepper, and red onion, all mixed with a zesty blend of Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Layered on buttered whole grain bread alongside juicy tomato slices, baby spinach, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, each bite offers a satisfying medley of flavors and textures. Perfectly grilled to golden, crispy perfection in just 25 minutes, these tuna melts are a quick and wholesome meal for two. Serve them with a green salad or a cozy bowl of soup for a delightful, balanced dining experience. Keywords: garden tuna melts, tuna sandwich recipe, quick lunch ideas, comfort food with veggies.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna, drained
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 stalk celery, finely diced
• 0.25 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices whole grain bread slices
• 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
• 1 cup baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the canned tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.

Step 2

Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 3

Butter one side of each slice of bread and place two slices, butter-side down, on a clean surface.

Step 4

Spread an even layer of the tuna mixture over the unbuttered side of the bread slices.

Step 5

Top the tuna mixture with a layer of tomato slices, a few spinach leaves, and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 6

Cover each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread, making sure the buttered side is facing outward.

Step 7

Carefully place the sandwiches in the preheated skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side or until golden brown.

Step 8

Flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden and crispy.

Step 9

Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve warm. Optionally, pair with a green salad or a cup of soup for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	846 grams (846.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1648

Total Fat 100.00g	128%
Saturated Fat 43.00g	215%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 335mg	112%
Sodium 3972mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 73.20g	27%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 12.80g
Protein 117.50g	235%

Vitamin D 784IU	3919%
Calcium 1030mg	79%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1777mg	38%

*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: 54.1%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 17.6%