Tuna Melt
Yield: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 687kcal
If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor and protein, then my tuna melt recipe is the way to go! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that's perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
- 15 ounces (425 g) canned tuna packed in water, drained, 1 ½ cups
- ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- ¼ cup (34 g) diced celery, ⅛" dice
- 2 tablespoons (14 g) finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon (13 g) dill relish
- 1 ½ teaspoons (7.5 ml) Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons (3 g) sliced green onions
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup (60 g) softened butter
- 8 slices bread, white, wheat, sourdough
- 8 slices tomato
- 8 slices cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Make the Salad - In a large bowl, use a fork to break up the tuna into smaller pieces. Add the mayonnaise, celery, onion, pickle relish, mustard, green onions, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, mixing well until the desired consistency is reached.
- Butter the Bread - Spread some of the softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Alternatively, melt the butter and brush on the bread.
- Build the Sandwich - Add 2 slices of cheese on top one of the unbuttered sides of the bread. Top with 2 slices of tomato, seasoning with salt and pepper. Add ½ cup of the tuna salad. Add the slice of bread on top, butter-side up. Repeat to make four total sandwiches.
- Cook First Side - Heat a large cast iron skillet or nonstick pan over medium-low heat. Once hot, add two sandwiches to the pan. Cover and cook until the bread is crisp and golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Flip the Sandwich - Use a spatula to carefully flip the sandwich over. Cover and cook until golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Cook the remaining two sandwiches.
- Cut & Serve - Slice and serve immediately while still warm.
Notes
- Cheese Options: Swiss, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, gouda, or provolone.
- Using Shredded Cheese: You'll need 1 cup of grated cheese. Add 1/4 cup per sandwich.
- Toppings: Sliced avocado, lettuce, pickled onions, pickle slices, or sprouts.
- Using Light Tuna: Typically Skip Jack, flavorful, softer texture, darker in color.
- Using White Tuna: Albacore is firmer, lighter in color, and milder in taste.
- Using Pouched Tuna: Does not require draining.
- Cooking in the Oven: To cook multiple sandwiches simultaneously, evenly space them on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 400ºF (200ºC) on the middle rack for about 5 to 8 minutes, until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition
Calories: 687kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 1326mg | Potassium: 527mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1055IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 341mg | Iron: 3mg
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