Dinner

Tomato Tuna Melts

Juicy tomato halves cradle a creamy tuna salad brightened with celery and red onion, then melt under a blanket of sharp Cheddar for a warm, savory bite that tastes fresh and comforting.

Recipe and photo by Skinnytaste, shared here with credit. View the Original

Tomato Tuna Melts
Total
5 min
Prep
3 min
Cook
2 min
Serves
2

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
271
Protein
26g
Carbs
12g
Fat
8g
Fiber
2g
Sodium
419mg

Ingredients

  • 1 can (5 oz solid white tuna in water, slightly drained)
  • 2 tbsp light mayo
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped celery
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 ripe tomatoes (halved)
  • 4 slices Cheddar cheese (2 1/2 oz total)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the broiler to high and adjust the rack second from the top. Arrange the tomatoes on a baking tray, season with salt and pepper.
  2. Combine the tuna salad ingredients in a small bowl.
  3. Top each with 1/4 cup tuna salad and a slice of cheese. Broil the tomatoes until the cheese is melted, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the oven and eat immediately.