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Best Tuna Melt Recipe with Tomato and Avocado (Easy Lunch Recipe)

I created the best tuna melt recipe that turns a classic deli favourite into a healthy low carb, keto friendly, high protein, kid approved lunch or dinner.
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 5 -6
Calories 418kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cans tuna
  • ¼ c minced dill pickles
  • 1 tbsp parsley dill or Green onions
  • ¼ cup mayo or yogurt
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 small avocado mashed
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 thick slices of tomatoes from 2-3 tomatoes

Instructions

  • Cut 8 thick slices out of 2 to 3 large tomatoes and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • In a bowl, combine the tuna, dill pickles, herbs, mayo, cream cheese and avocado.
  • Spoon out the tuna mixture onto each tomato slice.
  • Top each tomato slice with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  • Add pan to oven and broil for 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 356mg | Potassium: 1685mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 4983IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 3mg