Tuna Melt Sandwich
Tuna melt sandwiches are a comforting and satisfying meal that combines creamy tuna salad with gooey melted cheese, all nestled between crispy, golden bread. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy the delicious aroma wafting through your kitchen as you indulge in this classic dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1 person 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (sweet or green)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Gruyère cheese
- 2 slices sturdy bread (sourdough or whole wheat)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix drained tuna with mayonnaise, mustard, celery, and onion until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread the tuna mixture on one slice of bread and top generously with cheese. Place the second slice of bread on top.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat; add butter until melted.
- Grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Press down slightly during cooking to help the cheese melt evenly.
- Serve hot, cut diagonally, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 45mg