Crispy Cucumber and Aromatic Tuna Open Toast
Crispy Cucumber and Aromatic Tuna Open Toast
Simple and Delicious Tuna Cucumber Open Toast Recipe
Experience the perfect harmony of crisp cucumbers and flavorful basil tuna! This healthy open toast is easy to make and a delightful choice for brunch or a light snack.
Ingredients- 2 slices of bread
- 1 cucumber
- 1 can of tuna (drained)
- 4 Tbsp plain yogurt
- 1 Tbsp basil pesto
- 1/5 Tbsp coarse salt (or a pinch of table salt)
- A pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it thinly. Place the sliced cucumber in a bowl, sprinkle with 1/5 Tbsp of coarse salt, and toss gently. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. This step will make the cucumber extra crisp and refreshing.
Step 2
Drain the canned tuna completely using a sieve. It’s important to remove as much oil as possible to avoid a greasy taste. Once drained, transfer the tuna to a medium-sized bowl.
Step 3
Add 1 Tbsp of aromatic basil pesto and 4 Tbsp of smooth plain yogurt to the bowl with the drained tuna. Season with a pinch of black pepper, if desired. Mix everything well until it’s evenly combined to create a delicious basil tuna spread.
Step 4
Toast the bread slices until golden brown, either in a toaster or a pan. Generously spread the prepared basil tuna mixture evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
Step 5
Arrange the drained cucumber slices from step 1 attractively over the basil tuna spread on the toast. Overlap them slightly for a pleasing presentation. The fresh cucumber is the star here!
Step 6
Finally, add a little more of the basil tuna spread on top of the cucumbers for an extra layer of flavor, and then artfully arrange more drained cucumber slices as a topping to complete your open toast. Feel free to garnish with fresh herbs or cherry tomatoes for added color and taste.
