Hereβs a High-Protein Tuna Melt Sandwich thatβs creamy, cheesy, and packed with muscle-building protein πͺπ₯ͺ
π₯ͺ High-Protein Tuna Melt Sandwich
πͺ Why Itβs High Protein
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Tuna in water (lean, high-protein)
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Greek yogurt instead of mayo
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High-protein bread
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Extra cheese boost
π Ingredients (Makes 2 sandwiches)
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2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
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ΒΌ cup plain Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp light mayo (optional, for flavor)
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 celery stalk, finely chopped
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1 tbsp red onion, minced
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Salt & pepper to taste
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4 slices high-protein or whole wheat bread
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2 slices low-fat cheddar or provolone cheese
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Olive oil spray or light butter for toasting
π©βπ³ Instructions
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Make the Tuna Mix
In a bowl, combine tuna, Greek yogurt, mustard, celery, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well. -
Assemble
Spread tuna mixture evenly over 2 slices of bread.
Top each with a slice of cheese and cover with remaining bread. -
Cook
Heat a skillet over medium. Lightly spray or butter the outside of bread.
Cook 3β4 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts. -
Serve
Slice and serve hot. Add tomato or spinach if desired.
π₯ Approximate Macros (Per Sandwich)
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Protein: 40β45g
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Calories: 420β480
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Carbs: 35β40g
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Fat: 12β15g
(Varies by bread and cheese choice.)
π Extra Protein Boost
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Add 2 tbsp cottage cheese to tuna mix
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Use 3 slices of cheese
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Serve open-faced on 3 slices bread
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Add an egg on top for 6g extra protein
