Gooey Tuna Melts

This lightened-up version of the diner classic turns canned tuna into a healthy lunch or dinner and can be a lifesaver on a busy day of classes. Not only are these melts lower in calories, they contain inflammation-fighting omega-3 fats, protein, calcium, and iron.

PER SERVING 525 CALORIES     TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES     GROCERIES 8 INGREDIENTS

Makes: 2 servings

Serving size: 2 melts

5oz (140g) can solid white albacore tuna in water, drained

½ cup chopped celery

¼ cup mayonnaise

2 tbsp chopped pickles or chopped pickled jalapeños

¼ tsp kosher salt

¼ tsp black pepper

2 whole grain rolls or English muffins, sliced

4 slices Swiss cheese

1. Preheat the broiler.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, celery, mayonnaise, pickles, kosher salt, and black pepper. Use a fork to mix well.
3. Place the rolls on a medium baking sheet and place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes or until lightly toasted. Set the bun crowns aside.
4. Top the bottoms of the buns with the tuna mixture and a slice of the cheese. Place the melts under the broiler or in a toaster oven and broil until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
5. Top the melts with the bun crowns. Serve warm. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.