Here’s a quick, cheesy Keto Tuna Melts recipe — perfect for lunch or an easy dinner 🐟🧀
🧀🐟 Keto Tuna Melts
Ingredients (Serves 4)
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2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained well
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¼ cup mayonnaise (sugar-free)
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2 tbsp sour cream (optional, extra creaminess)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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½ cup diced celery (optional)
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¼ cup diced onion or green onion
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1 cup shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone cheese
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Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, pickles, jalapeños
Base options (keto):
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Zucchini rounds
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Portobello mushroom caps
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Low-carb bread
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Cabbage steaks
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Mix tuna filling: In a bowl, combine tuna, mayo, sour cream, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, celery, and onion.
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Prepare base: Place zucchini slices, mushrooms, or keto bread on a lined baking sheet.
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Assemble: Spoon tuna mixture generously onto each base.
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Top with cheese.
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Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Broil (optional): Broil 1–2 minutes for a golden top.
Tips & Variations
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Add bacon bits for extra flavor
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Use pepper jack for a spicy kick
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Swap mayo for avocado mash
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Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or everything bagel seasoning
Approx Keto Macros (per serving)
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Calories: ~320
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Fat: ~24g
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Protein: ~22g
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Net Carbs: ~3g
