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A golden-brown healthy tuna melt sandwich with melted mozzarella and spinach on whole-grain bread.
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Healthy Mediterranean Tuna Melt Sandwich

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 can (5 oz) albacore tuna in water, drained
  • 2 tbsp plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp Kalamata olives, chopped
  • 1 tbsp capers , rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 4 slices whole -grain bread
  • 2 slices part -skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, red onion, olives, capers, oregano, and black pepper.
  • Mix with a fork until the tuna is flaked and all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Lightly brush one side of each bread slice with olive oil.
  • Place two slices of bread, oil-side down, in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Evenly distribute the tuna mixture onto the bread slices in the skillet.
  • Layer the baby spinach and mozzarella slices on top of the tuna mixture.
  • Place the remaining bread slices on top, oil-side up.
  • Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
  • Remove from heat, cut in half, and serve immediately.