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Avocado Tuna Melts

Serves: 2 • Prep time: 10 min • Cook time: 6 min
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  • 1 can (6 oz.) tuna, drained and flaked
  • 2 Tbsp. Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Light Mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped pickled jalapeno pepper (optional)
  • 4 slices whole grain sandwich bread
  • 2 ounces thinly sliced low fat cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 2 Tbsp. Shedd's Spread Country Crock® Spread

Combine tuna, Light Mayonnaise and jalapeno in small bowl; set aside.

Evenly top two bread slices with 1/2 of the cheese, avocado and tuna mixture, then remaining cheese. Top with remaining bread slices. Evenly spread tops of sandwiches with 1 tablespoon Shedd's Spread Country Crock® Spread.

Cook sandwiches in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat, Spread side down, 2 minutes or until golden. Evenly spread tops with remaining 1 tablespoon Spread, then turn. Cook an additional 2 minutes or until golden and cheese is melted.

Cost per recipe*: $3.69

Cost per serving*: $1.85

*Based on average retail prices at national supermarkets.

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16 Member Comments

  1. Posted 12/29/2008 at 14:21 PM by jodigulay

    This great when you need something light to eat during the day

  2. Posted 01/25/2009 at 17:35 PM by donnabrunen

    Kids didn't care too much for this recipe, my hubby and I enjoyed it.

  3. Posted 02/25/2009 at 19:33 PM by Miss Iggie

    I have never seen anything like this before, I can't wait to try it out!

  4. Posted 02/28/2009 at 02:05 AM by ikswokavon

    this is great I love grilled cheese and am always looking for ways to change things up. Quick and inexpensive lunch.

  5. Posted 02/28/2009 at 14:33 PM by llens

    something so weird has never tasted so good!

  6. Posted 03/01/2009 at 13:46 PM by rogermechham

    I've always been a fan of avocado and tuna, so why not throw some cheese in there too. Delicious.

  7. Posted 03/17/2009 at 12:50 PM by jodigulay

    I tried adding a few extra veggies in and it was great!

  8. Posted 04/29/2009 at 23:53 PM by danielles

    Very light on the stomach, my favorite sandwich!

  9. Posted 04/30/2009 at 23:08 PM by EmilyStarr72

    Hmm.. i don't know about this one.. I'd like to try it but it looks very different from the type of food i eat.

  10. Posted 05/07/2009 at 02:50 AM by SusyS

    i liked it because it was different

  11. Posted 06/08/2009 at 06:14 AM by Jazzie

    I always eat this in the mornings because its so light and tasty.

  12. Posted 06/19/2009 at 13:17 PM by cookie14

    This is a yummy snack

  13. Posted 07/02/2009 at 11:20 AM by JJvv1

    I love these - delicious!!!

  14. Posted 09/10/2009 at 21:14 PM by knollinquiry

    This is Delish!! i love it!

  15. Posted 09/21/2009 at 15:14 PM by cookfreak

    Loved this! Don't think this would be good for kids. Wasn't fast to make though.

  16. Posted 10/20/2009 at 20:38 PM by Liston

    I was leary about trying this- but glad I did!! I will definitely make it again!

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  • Nutritional Facts

Nutrition information per serving:

Calories: 450
Calories from fat: 200
Saturated fat: 4.5g
Trans fat: 0.5g
Total fat: 22g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Sodium: 980mg
Total carbohydrates: 30g
Sugars: 7g
Dietary fiber: 7g
Protein: 35g
Vitamin A: 15%
Vitamin C: 10%
Calcium: 20%
Iron: 20%
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