Snappy tuna melt
This open tuna sandwich makes a healthier alternative to a traditional tuna melt - perfect for a light lunch.
Serves 4
Ingredients: Nutty wholemeal chunky bread1 tbsp olive oil1 clove garlic, crushed1 red pepper, deseeded and finely diced2 spring onions, thinly sliced2 tomatoes, very finely chopped300g can tuna in spring water, drainedBlack pepperWatercress or mixed salad leaves, sliced avocado and ½ diced cucumber, to serve
Method:
Toast the chunky wholemeal bread on both sides – put to one side
Heat the olive oil in a pan, and over a moderate heat sauté the garlic, spring onions, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until soft.
Add the chopped tomatoes, tuna and black pepper, cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through
Pile tuna mixture onto pre-prepared toast
Pop under a hot grill for just a couple of minutes to melt together