Enjoy a savory tuna melt sandwich — combining melted cheese, tuna and mayonnaise on a toasted bagel. Fast and easy to make, it’s the perfect lunch or dinner! Not only is this simple recipe a great way to help meet my daily protein goals, but it’s also a meal that my kids love to eat

Nutrient dense: Tuna is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are two nutrients that I know are good for my body and brain. When served as tuna melts, I’m also getting the benefits of energizing carbohydrates and fiber from the bread and veggies, so it’s a well-rounded meal from just a few ingredients.

Budget friendly: Canned tuna, bread, and sliced cheese are everyday affordable staple foods that I always keep on hand so I can make simple healthy meals.

How to make a Zesty Tuna Melt

Ingredients

• 10 ounces canned tuna in water, drained
• 1/4 cup Primal Kitchen Mayo
• 2-3 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Primal Kitchen Spicy Mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 ribs celery, minced (about 2/3 cup)
• 1/2 cup red onion, minced
• 3 tablespoons dill, chopped
• 4 grain free bagels or 8 slices of grain-free bread (we used Unbun bagels)
• 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
• 8 slices cheddar cheese
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the tuna, mayo, lemon juice, mustard, pepper and salt.
2. Fold in the celery, onion, and dill. Add additional salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. On a sliced bagel or half a slice of bread, scoop on ¼ of the tuna mixture and flatten it slightly. Add 1-2 slices of tomato and 1 slices of cheese on top. Add another slice of cheese on the other half of the bagel/bread.
5. Place the open-face bagel sandwich on a sheet pan. Repeat until you have the makings of 4 tuna melts.
6. Set the sheet pan in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is slightly toasted. Add a few slices of red onion, if desired, and put both sides of the tuna melt together.
7. Cut in half and serve alongside your favorite chips, crackers, or fries.