Tuna Melt With Apple And Avocado Recipe

Name: Tuna Melt With Apple And Avocado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained and flaked with a fork; 2 scallions, finely chopped; 1 small red onion, minced; 1 small fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped; 1 celery, finely chopped; 1 small fuji apple, peeled, cored, and chopped; 1 slightly firm avocado, pitted, peeled, and finely chopped; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; Cilantro-Dijon Dressing; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; Remaining Ingredients; 8 slices multigrain bread; 1 tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices; 4 -6 slices swiss cheese; 4 pickle spears; lime tortilla chips

Servings: persons

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained and flaked with a fork
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 small red onion, minced
1 small fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 celery, finely chopped
1 small fuji apple, peeled, cored, and chopped
1 slightly firm avocado, pitted, peeled, and finely chopped
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
Cilantro-Dijon Dressing
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
Remaining Ingredients
8 slices multigrain bread
1 tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices
4 -6 slices swiss cheese
4 pickle spears
lime tortilla chips

1
In a bowl, mix the tuna, scallions, onion, jalapeno, celery, and apple.
2
Add in the avocado and toss lightly, then season to taste with salt and pepper; set aside.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, cilantro, lime juice, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste.
4
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture; toss to mix.
5
**The tuna can be made up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated, covered.
6
Place the bread on a baking sheet and broil, watching carefully, until the toast is light brown, 15-30 seconds per side; remove from broiler, but leave the toast on the baking sheet.
7
Top 4 pieces of toast with the tomato slices and place the Swiss cheese on the remaining 4 pieces of toast.
8
Return the baking sheet to the oven and keep an eye on the sandwiches, as soon as the cheese begins to melt, remove the baking sheet from the oven.
9
Spoon about 1/4 cup of the tuna salad onto each of the 4 toast slices with the tomatoes and spread it to cover the slice.
10
Top each sandwich with one of the remaining 4 toast slices, cheesy side down, and serve with a pickle spear and tortilla chips.

590

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained and flaked with a fork, 2 scallions, finely chopped, 1 small red onion, minced, 1 small fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Tuna Melt With Apple And Avocado 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.

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Tuna Melt With Apple And Avocado

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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