Cheesy Tuna Tortilla Melts Recipe

Name: Cheesy Tuna Tortilla Melts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large flour tortillas (10-inches); FILLING; 2 (170 g) cans clover leaf flaked solid white tuna packed in water, drained; 3/4 cup salsa; 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese or 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional); SAUCE; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 (370 ml) can Carnation Evaporated Milk (regular, 2% or fat-free); 1/4 cup monterey jack cheese or 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, grated; GARNISH; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 3 green onions, chopped

Servings: persons

4 large flour tortillas (10-inches)
FILLING
2 (170 g) cans clover leaf flaked solid white tuna packed in water, drained
3/4 cup salsa
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese or 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
SAUCE
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 (370 ml) can Carnation Evaporated Milk (regular, 2% or fat-free)
1/4 cup monterey jack cheese or 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
GARNISH
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
3 green onions, chopped

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
2
Arrange tortillas on a flat surface.
3
FILLING:
4
Combine ingredients for filling in a bowl. Place 1/2 cup filling in the center of each tortilla. Fold top and bottom of tortilla over filling, Roll up tortilla from open end and place in prepared dish, seam side down.
5
SAUCE:
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Heat oil in large saucepan on medium heat. Add onion and garlic and gently cook for 2-3 minutes until tender., Add next 4 ingredients. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring often. Add evaporated milk, bring to a boil, lower heat and cook until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Pour over tortillas,. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
7
Bake in preheated oven 20-25 minutes, until bubbling. Remove and sprinkle with cilantro and green onions. Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
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TIPS: Use part Skim Mozzarella cheese as a healthier option,.
9
Sauce can be made a day ahead and refrigerated until ready to use.
10
Serve with store bought guacomole and your favorite veggies!

735

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large flour tortillas (10-inches), FILLING, 2 (170 g) cans clover leaf flaked solid white tuna packed in water, drained, 3/4 cup salsa, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Tuna Tortilla 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.

Cheesy Tuna Tortilla Melts

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