Fat can be a heartburn trigger for some people. Tuna, when packed in water instead of oil, is low-fat. This recipe also calls for low-fat or fat-free ingredients, making it a safe choice for heartburn sufferers.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2-6 oz cans water-packed tuna
- 4 tbsp low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise
- 4 tbsp chopped celery
- 8 slices whole wheat bread (can substitute with your favorite)
- 1 cup low-fat or fat-free shredded cheddar cheese
Preparation:
- Combine tuna, mayonnaise, and celery in a bowl, then set aside
- Place slices of bread on a cookie sheet, and broil in oven until just golden brown, usually 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from oven
- Turn bread slices over, and top each slice with 1/8 of the tuna mixture
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar on each slice of bread and tuna
- Broil in oven for 2 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese melts
Nutritional information (per serving):
- Calories: 437
- Fat: 17 grams
- Sodium: 1150 mg
- Carbohydrates: 36 grams
- Protein: 34 grams
