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Italian Tuna Melt

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  • Total Time25 min
  • Makes4 servings
Italian Tuna Melt

(Photo: Sian Richards)

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A cheesy melt topped with lightly dressed, peppery arugula makes for the perfect lunch or simple dinner.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice, divided

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 2 170-g cans chunk light tuna, in water (drained)

  • 1/2 398-mL can artichokes, drained and cut into small wedges

  • 1/4 thinly sliced red onion

  • 2 cups arugula

  • 4 large slices Italian bread, on a large baking sheet

  • 1/2 cup grated mozzarella

Instructions

  • POSITION oven rack in top third of oven. Preheat broiler.

  • WHISK 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil with 1 tbsp lemon juice and salt in a medium bowl. Season with fresh pepper. Add drained tuna, artichokes and red onion. Toss gently until coated.

  • WHISK remaining 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil with remaining 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl. Add arugula and toss to coat. Arrange slices of bread on a large baking sheet.

  • BROIL bread in top third of oven until toasted, 1 min. Flip, then divide tuna mixture among slices. Sprinkle with cheese.

  • BROIL until cheese melts, 2 to 3 min. Transfer to plates and top with arugula.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 327, Protein 25g, Carbohydrates 23g, Fat 15g, Fibre 3g, Sodium 727mg.
Excellent source of Vitamin B12.

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