Tuna Melt

By barbie24

Calories: 209; Fat: 7g; Protein: 18g; Carbs: 17g; Fiber: 3g; Cholesterol: 29mg; Sodium: 497mg

* Serving size: 1 bread slice with tuna mixture

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans chunk light tuna (see Tip), drained
• 1 medium shallot, minced (2 tablespoons)
• 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• Dash of hot sauce
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 4 slices whole-wheat bread, toasted
• 2 tomatoes, sliced
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat broiler.

2. Combine tuna, shallot, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, salt, hot sauce and pepper in a medium bowl. Spread 1/4 cup of the tuna mixture on each slice of toast; top with tomato slices and 2 tablespoons cheese. Place sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.