High-Protein • Lightened-Up • WW-Friendly Options

Below are 3 healthy ways to make tuna melts—oven, skillet, and open-faced—plus tips & Q/A so you get them perfect every time.

🥗 BASE HEALTHY TUNA MIX (For All Versions)

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained very well

• ½ cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt (or half yogurt + half light mayo)

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp red onion, minced

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

👉 Mix everything in a bowl until creamy.

🧀 OPTION 1: OVEN-BAKED HEALTHY TUNA MELTS (Classic)

Ingredients

• 4 slices whole-grain bread

• Tuna mixture (above)

• ½–¾ cup reduced-fat cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone)

• Tomato slices (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Place bread on a baking sheet.

3. Spoon tuna mixture evenly on each slice.

4. Add tomato (optional) and sprinkle cheese on top.

5. Bake 8–10 minutes until cheese melts.

6. Broil 1–2 minutes for golden top.

🥑 OPTION 2: LOW-CARB TUNA MELTS (No Bread)

Serve On:

• Zucchini rounds

• Bell pepper halves

• Portobello mushrooms

Instructions

1. Roast veggies 5 minutes at 400°F.

2. Top with tuna mixture + cheese.

3. Bake 8–10 minutes until bubbly.

✔ Keto & WW-friendly

🍳 OPTION 3: SKILLET TUNA MELTS (Quick)

Instructions

1. Assemble sandwich with tuna + cheese between bread.

2. Grill in a non-stick pan over medium heat 3–4 minutes per side until golden and melty.

⭐ Pro Tips

• Drain tuna extremely well (prevents soggy melts)

• Use freshly grated cheese for better melting

• Greek yogurt keeps it creamy without extra fat

• Toast bread lightly before topping for extra crunch

❓ Q & A

Q: Is tuna melt healthy?
A: Yes—when made with Greek yogurt, whole-grain bread, and moderate cheese.

Q: Can I meal-prep tuna salad?
A: Yes—keeps 3 days refrigerated.

Q: Can I use canned salmon?
A: Absolutely—same method, richer omega-3s.

Q: Is this good for weight loss?
A: Yes—high protein, filling, and customizable to low-carb.

🔄 Flavor Variations

• Mediterranean: Add olives + oregano

• Spicy: Add jalapeños or sriracha

• Avocado Tuna Melt: Add mashed avocado

• Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cheese

🧮 WW POINTS (Approx.)

• Open-faced whole-grain tuna melt: 4–5 WW points

• Low-carb veggie tuna melt: 1–2 WW points