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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This tuna melt is as good as the melts we remember from our childhood, but fits into a healthy diet. Serve with a green salad for a quick, satisfying supper or by itself for an easy weekend lunch. Ingredients:
4 slices whole wheat bread |
2 (6 ounce) cans chunk light tuna, drained |
1 medium shallot, minced (2 tablespoons) |
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
1 tablespoon minced flat leaf parsley |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1 dash hot sauce, such as tabasco |
fresh ground pepper |
2 tomatoes, sliced |
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
Directions:
1. Preheat the broiler.
2. Toast bread in a toaster.
3. Combine tuna, shallot, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, salt, hot sauce and pepper in a medium bowl.
4. Spread 1/4 cup of the tuna mixture on each slice of toast; top with tomato slices and 2 tablespoons cheese.
5. Place sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
6. Serve immediately.
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