Tuna Melt Recipe
American · Main course · 18 min total
A classic tuna melt combines creamy tuna salad with melted cheese on toasted bread for a comforting, satisfying sandwich.
10
min prep
min prep
8
min cook
min cook
2
servings
servings
550
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) solid white tuna, drained and flaked
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (or your preferred melting cheese)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine flaked tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice. Place bread buttered side down on a cutting board.
- Divide tuna mixture evenly between two slices of bread (unbuttered side up). Top each with 2 slices of cheese. Place remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown on the bottom, about 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip sandwiches and cook until the other side is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes more. Serve hot.
Tips
- For extra flavor, add a few slices of tomato or avocado before closing the sandwich.
- Serve with pickles or potato chips on the side.
- If you prefer open-faced, place tuna mixture on bread, top with cheese, and broil until bubbly.
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