Canned tuna is a pantry staple that is great to have on hand for quick and easy backup meals! I know I always keep at least one can buried deep in my pantry for emergencies. So next time you need a quick and easy meal, grab that canned backup and make this amazing tuna melt.
This Mediterranean Tuna Melt is packed with protein to keep you going all day! And the kids will love it too!
Mediterranean Tuna Melt
- Total Time: 15
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Try this “beyond the lunchbox ” recipe idea for a delicious meal you can make in minutes! This is also a great recipe to use leftover hard boiled eggs!
Adapted from: Everyday Food, May 2013
Ingredients
- 1 can water-packed tuna (drained)
- 6 tbsp mayonnaise
- 6 kalamata olive (chopped finely)
- 4 slices of whole wheat bread (toasted)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (sliced)
- 2 roma tomatoes (sliced)
- 4 slices of your favourite cheese (cheddar or mozza will do)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the can of drained tuna with mayonnaise until combined.
- Stir in the chopped kalamata olives.
- Toast up 4 slices of bread.
- Divide the tuna mixture onto the 4 slices of bread.
- Divide the slices of hard boiled eggs and place onto of the tuna mixture on the toast.
- Layer the tomato slices on the toast.
- Top with cheese.
- Broil in a toaster oven, or regular oven until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
Also Try Our Easy Tuna Melt Recipe
Our easy tuna melt recipe is just yummy but an even simpler recipe. This recipe is great for those picky eaters that might not like the Mediterranean flavours.
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