Becky's Special Tuna Melts Recipe

Name: Becky's Special Tuna Melts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained; 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon mustard; ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon red onion, minced; 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced; ¼ cup tomatoes, diced small; 4 -6 slices whole wheat bread (or bread of preference); 2 -3 slices sharp cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons margarine spread

Servings: persons

1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon mustard
¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon red onion, minced
2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
¼ cup tomatoes, diced small
4 -6 slices whole wheat bread (or bread of preference)
2 -3 slices sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons margarine spread

1
In a small mixing bowl, separate tuna chunks with a fork until desired flakiness.
2
Add mayonnaise, mustard, pepper and salt and combine thoroughly with fork.
3
Then fold in onion, scallion and tomatoes.
4
Preheat skillet/griddle to medium-high heat.
5
Spread margarine onto one side of each slice of bread.
6
Set half of the bread slices aside.
7
On one half, scoop and smooth tuna filling evenly onto the non-buttered side of each slice; then top with cheese slice.
8
Place the bread slices that were previously set aside atop cheese with buttered-side-exposed.
9
Once skillet/griddle is good and hot, grill both sides of sandwiches for 3-5 minutes or until bread is browned to your liking.
10
Remove to a plate, slice in half and serve hot.

286

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained, 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon mustard, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, and more.

Yes, Becky's Special Tuna Melts falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Becky's Special Tuna Melts

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