Tuna Melt

This is an amazing Tuna Melt recipe!

photo by zrail

INGREDIENTS:

4 slices whole wheat bread

2 (6 ounce) cans solid white tuna, packed in water, drained

3 green onions, white and tender green parts, chopped

1 medium ripe tomato, chopped

2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

4 dashes hot sauce

½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat the broiler. Toast the bread in the toaster.
2. Combine the tuna, green onion, tomato, mayo, lemon juice, salt, pepper and hot sauce in a medium bowl. Spread ¼ cup of the tuna mixture onto each slice of toast. Sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons of cheese.
3. Place sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil until cheese is bubbling and slightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.

Pasta Salad with Smoked Tuna

This is a twist on pasta salad. Try this Pasta Salad with Smoked Tuna recipe. It’s a unique but delicious meal!

photo by avlxyz

INGREDIENTS:

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

¾ teaspoon dry mustard

¼ teaspoon dried oregano

¼ teaspoon dried basil

1 garlic clove, minced

1 lb Bucatini or thick spaghetti, cooked according to package, drained and rinsed with cold water

4 green onions, white and green tender parts, chopped

1 cup frozen corn, thawed

1 celery stalk, chopped

½ cup chopped orange or yellow bell pepper

4 ounce can smoked tuna

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, dry mustard, oregano, basil and garlic.
2. In a large bowl, add pasta and toss with vinaigrette. Add the green onion, corn, celery, bell pepper and tuna.