Description
A spicy twist on the classic tuna melt with jalapeño popper flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 slices bread
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix tuna, cream cheese, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread the mixture evenly on one slice of bread.
- Top with the second slice to form a sandwich.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Remove jalapeño seeds for less heat.
- Use whole wheat bread for a healthier option.
- Add bacon bits for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
