Healthy Tuna Melts

Satisfy your comfort food cravings without compromising on nutrition with these Healthy Tuna Melts! Packed with protein-rich canned tuna, creamy Greek yogurt, and a zesty kick from Dijon mustard and lemon juice, this easy-to-make recipe reinvents a classic favorite. Whole-grain bread serves as the perfect base, topped with crisp baby spinach, a flavorful tuna salad, and a melty layer of sharp cheddar cheese. Ready in just 20 minutes, including prep and baking time, this wholesome meal is perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. With fresh ingredients like finely diced celery and red onion adding crunch and texture, these tuna melts are an irresistible combination of hearty, nutritious, and delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or whenever you're looking for a healthy twist on a classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 ounces each) canned tuna in water
• 0.25 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cups celery, finely diced
• 0.25 cups red onion, finely diced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 4 slices whole-grain bread slices
• 0.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cups baby spinach leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and add it to a mixing bowl. Break apart any large chunks with a fork.

Step 3

Add the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, diced celery, diced red onion, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything until well combined.

Step 4

Lay the slices of whole-grain bread on the prepared baking sheet. Place a layer of baby spinach leaves on each slice.

Step 5

Spoon the tuna mixture evenly onto the bread slices, spreading it out smoothly.

Step 6

Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the top of each tuna mixture layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are slightly crisp.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy your healthy tuna melts warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	676.3 grams (676.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	938

Total Fat 28.90g	37%
Saturated Fat 14.30g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 156mg	52%
Sodium 3139mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 61.00g	22%
Dietary Fiber 10.50g	38%
Total Sugars 11.80g
Protein 108.20g	216%

Vitamin D 129IU	645%
Calcium 687mg	53%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1457mg	31%

*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: 27.8%

Protein: 46.2%

Carbs: 26.0%