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Low-Calorie High-Protein Tuna Melt

Low-Calorie High-Protein Tuna Melt

A recipe for a low-calorie, protein-packed, home-made, easy-to-prepare, and delicious marinated tuna. 485 kcal and 54 grams of protein per serving

Calories

485 cal

Protein

54 g

Carbs

35 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

2 g

Difficulty

Easy

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Prep time

7 min prep

Cook time

3 min

Servings

1 serving

Ingredients

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Scale
  • 60 gram whole wheat bread

  • 1 tin Tuna in water

  • 1/2 unit Red onion

  • 2 singularity gherkins

  • pinch salt and pepper

  • 2 slices yellow cheese 9%

Method

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  1. Take two thin slices (we took one slice and cut it in half) of wholemeal bread (preferably chestnut)

  2. Chop the purple onion and gherkins

  3. Mix together with the filtered tuna and mayonnaise

  4. Add salt and pepper to taste

  5. Put a slice of yellow cheese on each slice of bread

  6. Spread the tuna mixture inside

  7. Sear in a pan on both sides until the cheese melts and the toast is brown

  8. Enjoy!

Small tips that make a difference

  • Drain the tuna well so the sandwich does not go soggy.
  • Toast in a pan with a weight on top for even pressing.

Frequently asked questions

How much protein is in the sandwich?
About 54g of protein per serving, mostly from the tuna and cheese — one of the most filling dishes on the site.
Can I make it without bread?
Yes. The filling works well in a light pita, in rice paper wraps, or simply as a tuna salad in a bowl.
Which mayonnaise works best?
The low calorie mayonnaise from the site is perfect and saves a lot of calories compared with a commercial one.

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