Keto High-Protein Tuna Melt

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These Keto High-Protein Tuna Melts have a crispy texture and cheesy flavor. We prepare these tuna melts with canned tuna, keto bread, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and butter or olive oil. These tuna melts contain 350 calories and 10 g of total carbs. These tuna melts take 20 minutes to prepare and cook. These Keto High-Protein Tuna Melts are excellent for lunch, dinner, quick snacks, family meals, and weekly meal prep. You can serve these Keto High-Protein Tuna Melts with avocado cucumber salad, keto caesar salad, creamy cauliflower soup, garlic butter asparagus, or crispy zucchini fries.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

STATS:

  • Course: Lunch, Dinner, Snack
  • No. of Calories: 350 kcal
  • Diet: Keto, High-Protein
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Portion Size: 2 tuna melts
  • Cooking Mode: Oven, Air Fryer, Skillet
  • Total Servings: 2
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Carbs: 10 g

TOOLS:

  • Bowl
  • Fork
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking tray
  • Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

KETO TUNA FILLING:

  • 1 can tuna
  • Two tbsp. mayonnaise
  • One tbsp. celery
  • One-fourth tsp. black pepper
  • One tbsp. red onion
  • Dijon mustard, one tsp.
  • One tsp. lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt

BREAD AND CHEESE:

  • 4 slices keto bread
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp butter
  • 1 tbsp parsley

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:

TUNA:

  • We use drained canned tuna since it has a flavorful taste and offers protein. An alternative would be tuna wrapped in olive oil.

KETO BREAD:

  • Keto bread provides a crispy base while keeping carbohydrates low. You can substitute almond flour bread or homemade cheese-based bread.

MAYONNAISE:

  • Mayonnaise adds creaminess and healthy fats. Use sugar-free mayonnaise or mashed avocado as an alternative.

CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • Cheddar provides a rich flavor and melts beautifully. You can substitute mozzarella or Monterey Jack.

CELERY AND RED ONION:

  • These vegetables add crunch and flavor. You can substitute green onion or use a small amount of finely chopped cucumber.

DIJON MUSTARD AND LEMON JUICE:

  • These ingredients enhance the tuna filling. Use sugar-free yellow mustard or a little apple cider vinegar as alternatives.

GARLIC POWDER AND BLACK PEPPER:

  • These seasonings add savory flavor. You can use minced garlic and adjust the pepper according to taste.

BUTTER OR OLIVE OIL:

  • We use butter or olive oil to crisp the bread. Either option works well for this keto recipe.

PARSLEY:

  • Fresh parsley adds color and freshness. You can substitute chopped chives or dried parsley.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Strain out and flake the tuna using a fork.
  2. Stir the pepper, tuna, salt, mayonnaise, garlic powder, celery, lemon juice, onion, and mustard.
  3. Gently butter one side of all the bread slices and distribute the tuna mixture between two slices.
  4. Garnish with cheddar cheese and then cover with the leftover bread slices.
  5. Bake at 200°Celcius for almost ten minutes, air-fry at 190°Celcius for almost eight minutes.
  6. Sprinkle the parsley and serve these tuna melts hot.

TIPS:

  • Strain out the tuna thoroughly to avoid soggy bread.
  • We utilize keto bread with low net carbs.
  • Include chili flakes or jalapeños for additional spice.
  • Monitor the elements labels to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
  • We utilize freshly shredded cheese for perfect melting.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Avocado Cucumber
  • Keto Caesar
  • Spinach Parmesan
  • Creamy Cucumber
  • Broccoli

SOUPS:

  • Creamy Broccoli Cheddar
  • Keto Mushroom
  • Creamy Cauliflower
  • Low-Carb Chicken

VEGETABLES:

  • Garlic Butter Asparagus
  • Roasted Zucchini
  • Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
  • Garlic Butter Green Beans
  • Creamed Spinach

SIDES:

  • Crispy Zucchini Fries
  • Cauliflower Tots
  • Keto Deviled Eggs
  • Cauliflower Mash
  • Keto Coleslaw

DIPS & SAUCES:

  • Garlic Aioli
  • Avocado Lime Dip
  • Sugar-Free Ranch Dressing
  • Creamy Herb Dip

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the tuna filling in an airtight box and refrigerate for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Store the tuna filling in a closed box for two months.

FAQs:

May we prepare these tuna melts without keto bread?

  • Yes, you can use bell pepper halves, mushroom caps, or zucchini boats as another choice for bread. Include the tuna filling & cheese, and then bake till heated perfectly.

How could we increase the protein content?

  • You can use additional tuna or serve the melts with boiled eggs to increase the protein content.

Will we utilize fresh tuna as a different choice for canned tuna?

  • Yes, you can cook the fresh tuna completely, cool it, flake it, and then mix it with the other elements.

Could we prepare the tuna filling beforehand?

  • Yes, you can make the filling and refrigerate it in an airtight container for three days. Assemble the melts first and then cook.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

No. of Calories: 350 kcal

Sodium: 650 mg

Net Carbs: 4 g

Fiber: 6 g

Sugar: 2 g

Fats: 22 g

Proteins: 28 g

Portion Size: 2 tuna melts

Total Carbs: 10 g