Salsa Tuna Melt Calzone

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 9
Salsa Tuna Melt Calzone - A Take on Traditional Calzones with a Tuna Twist!
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces canned tuna
1/2 cup cheddar cheese , shredded
1 1/4 cups salsa
2 celery ribs , chopped
3 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
550
Sugar
8g
Fat
29g
If you love calzones and seafood, then this recipe is perfect for you! The Salsa Tuna Melt Calzone is a unique take on traditional calzones and is full of protein and flavor. This is a great recipe to try for a casual weeknight dinner or to share with friends and family for a fun and filling meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix in oil and water to form a dough.
3.Roll the dough out into a large circle, roughly 1/4-inch thick.
4.In another mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna, chopped celery, shredded cheese, and 3/4 cup of the salsa.
5.Spoon the tuna mixture onto one side of the dough circle, leaving about an inch of space at the edges.
6.Fold the other side of the dough over the filling, pressing down firmly to seal the edges.
7.Bake the calzone in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.
8.Let cool for 5-10 minutes, then slice and serve with remaining salsa on the side.

PROS

This Salsa Tuna Melt Calzone is a unique take on traditional calzones and is full of protein and flavor.

The recipe is easy to follow and can be put together in under an hour.

CONS

This recipe may not be ideal for those who do not like tuna or have dietary restrictions against seafood.

The dough can be tricky to work with, so beginners may need to practice a few times.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Salsa Tuna Melt Calzone is high in protein and relatively low in calories compared to other calzone recipes.
The tuna in the recipe is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to reducing inflammation and supporting heart health.

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