Open-Faced Tuna Melt Sandwich Recipe

Classic comfort diner food just got a make-over with this Open-Faced Tuna Melt Sandwich! PREP TIME:5minutes mins COOK TIME:5minutes mins TOTAL TIME:10minutes mins YIELD: 2 servings COURSE: Lunch CUISINE: American Ingredients 4.5 ounce can tuna (in water) (drained) 1/4 cup carrots (minced)…

Classic comfort diner food just got a make-over with this Open-Faced Tuna Melt Sandwich!
PREP TIME:5minutes 
COOK TIME:5minutes 
TOTAL TIME:10minutes 
YIELD: 2 servings
COURSE: Lunch
CUISINE: American

Ingredients

  • 4.5 ounce can tuna (in water) (drained)
  • 1/4 cup carrots (minced)
  • 1/4 cup minced celery
  • 1 tbsp red onion (minced)
  • 1 tbsp light mayonnaise (Hellman’s Light)
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 slices whole wheat bread
  • 2 slices 2% reduced fat cheddar or American cheese
  • 2 slices tomato
  • oil spray (I used my Misto)

Instructions

  • Combine tuna, celery, carrots, onion, mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over low heat.
  • Spray skillet with oil, and place two slices of bread on top.
  • Top bread with cheese, then tuna salad and tomato. Cook on low heat until cheese melts and bread gets toasty.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1open face sandwich, Calories: 231kcal, Carbohydrates: 14.5g, Protein: 28.5g, Fat: 6.5g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Fiber: 3.5g
– W–W Points: 5