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Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

February 10, 2019 by officially gluten free 37 Comments

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These 4 Ingredient Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts have ZERO Carbs!!!! They’re quick to throw together  making them the Perfect No Carb Lunch or Snack. The crispy mozzarella cheese compliments the creamy tuna salad perfectly. You won’t even miss the bread!!!

Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

How do you make a Keto Tuna Melt?

To make these tasty Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts, you spread out the mozzarella slices onto 2 parchment paper (Not Wax Paper) lined baking sheets. Then in a bowl, mix the drained cans of tuna with the mayonnaise and minced celery. Stir until very well combined.

Bake the cheese slices, until fully melted, approx. 4-5 mins. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before adding a few spoonfuls of tuna to the corner of each of the cheese shells. Then fold the squares in half, making triangle shapes. Firmly press the sides closed. Return to the oven for another 5 – 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

how to make keto tuna melts

WHAT IS THE KETOGENIC DIET?

The ketogenic diet (often called keto) is a very low-carb, high-fat diet that shares similarities to paleo, Whole30, and Atkins. It involves drastically reducing carbohydrate intake, and replacing it with fat. When in ketosis, your body switches to burning fat for its primary fuel source.

On Keto, you’re supposed to get at least 70 percent of your calories from Fat, 15 to 25 percent from Protein, and 10 percent from Carbohydrates. You should avoid all grains, legumes, root vegetables, fruit, (except berries) and sugar.

Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

This recipe for No Carb Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts is so simple and can be thrown together in under 20 minutes. With only 4 Ingredients, there’s not a lot that can go wrong when making these. They taste delicious hot or cold, which makes them the perfect 0 carb snack for work, school or road trips.  I make extra so we can grab them on the go.

Looking for some more delicious Keto Recipes? You’re in luck! I have some of my readers favourite recipes to share. Their number 1 favourite are these Keto Bacon Dill Pickle Fat Bombs. Everyone loves how quick and easy they are to make. Another one of Their favourites, are these tasty Keto Jalapeño Popper Taquitos. They’re perfect for impressing party guests or for spoiling someone special.

Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

Recipe Tips:

– Using pre sliced Mozzarella Deli Slices makes this recipe a breeze.

– I turned my oven to broil for the last minute of baking, just to brown the tops a bit more. Watch very closely if you do this step.

– Small square piles of grated mozzarella cheese will work instead of the slices if needed.

– Use 2 170 g cans of tuna.

Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

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Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts

These 4 Ingredient Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts have ZERO Carbs!!!! They're quick to throw together  making them the Perfect No Carb Lunch or Snack.
4.94 from 16 votes
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Course: Keto / Low Carb Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gluten free, Keto, Low Carb, Lunch
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 tuna melts
Calories: 220kcal
Author: Lyndsay Baker

Ingredients

  • 12 Mozzarella Cheese Slices
  • 2 Cans of Tuna
  • 4 Tbsp Mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp Celery Minced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 F. Spread out the mozzarella slices onto 2 parchment paper (Not Wax Paper) lined baking sheets. Then in a bowl mix the drained cans of tuna with the mayonnaise and minced celery. Stir until very well combined.
  • Bake the cheese slices, until fully melted, approx. 4-5 mins. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before adding a few spoonfuls of tuna to the corner of each of the cheese shells. Then fold the squares in half into triangle shapes. Firmly press the sides closed.
  • Return to the oven for another 5 - 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Protein: 22g | Fat: 15g

 

Nutritional Info 

1 Batch of Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts = 6 Servings

Each Serving / 2 Tuna Melts =

220 Calories | 15 g Fat | 0 g Carbs | 0 g Fibre | 22 g Protein

Note: Nutritional information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

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Other Keto Friendly/Low Carb Recipes:

If you love this Recipe for Cheesy Keto Tuna Melts, check out some of my other keto friendly recipes here:

  • Cheesy Keto Chicken Quesadilla 
  • Fathead Sausage Rolls 
  • Keto Blueberry Walnut Bread
  • Low Carb Sour Cream and Chive Crackers 

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  1. Beth

    February 13, 2019 at 10:10 am

    Haven’t made these yet, but going to. The idea is great. And I’m wondering if using a cheddar (orange) type of cheese would be a little more flavorful and might add to the browning of the outer shell a bit better. Tuna melts are one of my favorite cheat meals in a deli or sandwich place, and I don’t ever see them paired with mozzarella. What do you think? Will try these and leave a comment. Thanks for your creative ideas.

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      February 13, 2019 at 10:15 am

      Hi Beth, I haven’t tried using cheddar slices yet but I think you’re right it would definitely be more flavourful. I think it would crisp up well too. I think I’ll give it a try too.

      Reply
    • Angie

      March 12, 2019 at 6:54 pm

      4 stars
      I just made these with the cheddar! They were so good. Tastes just like tuna casserole without the noodles! I will make them again!!

      Reply
    • Guy

      February 12, 2020 at 4:36 pm

      5 stars
      We originally made them with the mozzarella and they were good. But we used a medium cheddar the last time and they were phenomenal. And then we even sprinkled a little Old Bay on them as they cooled. Totally awesome

      Reply
  2. Jessica

    February 15, 2019 at 4:11 pm

    Do you think these would reheat well in a toaster oven? Always looking for lunch ideas for my husband!

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      February 15, 2019 at 4:13 pm

      Hi Jessica, yes they do. They’re actually one of my husbands favourite lunches 🙂

      Reply
  3. Monika

    March 31, 2019 at 11:47 am

    Tuna in water or oil?

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      March 31, 2019 at 11:54 am

      I use water but either would work.

      Reply
  4. Christina

    April 16, 2019 at 9:41 pm

    5 stars
    Made these tonight! Delish!
    Use parchment paper… do not use foil.
    Don’t ask me how I know.
    Lol

    Reply
  5. Lovel

    April 26, 2019 at 7:56 pm

    I took this idea and switched the filling to pepperoni and cream cheese!! What a great idea – you can switch fillings around for a cool new treat.

    I am going to try other fillings too!

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      April 26, 2019 at 8:14 pm

      Great idea 😊

      Reply
    • Kendra

      July 10, 2021 at 11:15 am

      5 stars
      Omg I was thinking chicken in hot sauce or sugar free bbq sauce, taco meat, sloppy joe, shredded beef peppers and onions or just veggies and cream cheese oh eggs I can’t stop… Thanks so much!

      Reply
  6. LynR

    May 4, 2019 at 5:23 pm

    I used havarti cheese sliced I got at Costco. Added a bit of onion salt, pepper and Tajin seasoning. Baked them 10 min. then broiled 1.5 min. They were very good.

    Reply
    • Terrie

      September 22, 2019 at 9:35 pm

      Did you bake the cheese for ten and the finish ed
      product for 1.5 minutes?

      Reply
  7. Cathryn

    June 14, 2019 at 1:19 pm

    Great lunch idea, how could you reheat these?

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      June 14, 2019 at 1:21 pm

      I would Preheat oven to 325 F, then bake on a piece of parchment paper for 5 – 7 minutes. or you could reheat in the microwave for very 25 -30 seconds. then add a small amount of time after that if needed. I prefer the oven method though because they stay nice and crispy. Hope that helps.
      Lyndsay

      Reply
  8. Sara Welch

    June 20, 2019 at 8:46 pm

    5 stars
    These were super easy to make and full of flavor too! Made a great lunch; looking forward to having more tomorrow!

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      June 20, 2019 at 8:49 pm

      So great Sara! I’m really glad you liked them 🙂
      Lyndsay

      Reply
  9. Veena Azmanov

    June 20, 2019 at 10:09 pm

    This is delicious and the combinations are yummy.

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      June 21, 2019 at 5:16 am

      Thanks Veena!

      Reply
  10. Dannii

    June 21, 2019 at 2:03 am

    5 stars
    I love a tuna melt and these little bite sized ones are a great idea.

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      June 21, 2019 at 5:17 am

      Thanks Dannii 🙂

      Reply
  11. Adriana

    June 21, 2019 at 2:54 am

    5 stars
    What a great idea to use tuna, I make a similar recipe in my country these are called empanadas, and my family loves them. Thanks for all the detailed information on how to prepare the recipe. And your pictures too.

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      June 21, 2019 at 5:18 am

      You’re welcome Adriana!

      Reply
  12. Jane Lane from Daria

    June 25, 2019 at 10:46 pm

    I see 6 on the pan sheet pics. Are you placing two slices of the mozzarella cheese on top of each other?

    Reply
    • officially gluten free

      June 26, 2019 at 7:50 pm

      Nope, I use 2 baking sheets.

      Reply
  13. Kimberly Holbert

    August 3, 2019 at 10:06 am

    I think I try this with cheddar and left over taco meat

    Reply
  14. Kris

    August 9, 2019 at 9:24 am

    5 stars
    I just made these! Delicious I used pepper Jack cheese

    Reply
  15. M Rush

    September 10, 2019 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    Really good. Truly keto. Cooked the full amount of time, broiled tops. They came out great.

    Reply
  16. Gail Trask

    September 21, 2019 at 11:02 pm

    5 stars
    Delish! I made them with Colby-Jack slices, & we loved them. Getting hungry again now just thinking of them from a few days ago haha!

    Reply
  17. Ken

    October 2, 2019 at 5:42 pm

    5 stars
    I put some jalapeños on half of mine. And used cheddar instead of mozzarella. Pretty tasty

    Reply
  18. Becky

    November 10, 2019 at 7:06 pm

    5 stars
    I just made these and they are amazing! Loved how easy they are to make and lots of flavor too!

    Reply
  19. Dawn

    December 30, 2019 at 12:36 pm

    5 stars
    This is really good! I’ll be making it regularly. Like so many other commenters, my imagination has gone wild with filling options. The possibilities are endless! Thank you for a great recipe!

    Reply
  20. Sandi M

    January 28, 2020 at 7:27 am

    5 stars
    Love the simplicity and ease of making these. They’re perfect when you’re busy and need a fast meal. I used Kerrygold savory cheddar and Primal Kitchen mayo. The melts were very tasty. The cheddar is a little greasy once cooked so I put the finished melts on paper towel for a moment before eating. The cheese options and add ins are endless. Will so be making these again and again!

    Reply
  21. Jean

    April 11, 2020 at 9:55 am

    5 stars
    I’ve made these several times now using Mozzarella and Cheddar and both are good. I’m not crazy about them when they’re hot and they’re ok warm but I actually love them cold and eat them right out of the fridge for a quick snack. So good!

    Reply
  22. Mello

    January 20, 2021 at 6:00 am

    I am definitely making Pirogies with all the trimmings. Genius! Maybe even raviolis with marinara sauce!

    Reply

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