Curried Tuna Melts
Elevate your lunchtime routine with these irresistible Curried Tuna Melts, a fusion of bold flavors and comforting textures. This quick and easy recipe combines flaky canned tuna with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, aromatic curry powder, and a hint of black pepper, creating a flavorful twist on a classic melt. Topped with gooey melted cheese and served on butter-toasted bread, each bite offers the perfect balance of spice and richness. Ready in just 20 minutes, these tuna melts are ideal for busy weeknights or a satisfying midday meal. Customize with chopped green onions for a touch of freshness, and enjoy this golden, bubbly delight straight from the oven!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces canned tuna (drained)
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 pieces bread slices
- 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Preheat the broiler on your oven to high or set your oven to 450°F.
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, curry powder, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and green onions (if using). Mix well until fully combined.
Spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
Place the bread slices, butter-side down, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Evenly divide the tuna mixture and spread it on the unbuttered side of each bread slice.
Top each tuna-covered slice with a generous amount of shredded cheese.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler or in the preheated oven. Broil or bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is thoroughly melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Serve the curried tuna melts warm, optionally garnished with additional chopped green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1770 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.1 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.1 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 3831 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 127.6 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.9 mcg | 39% | |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1186 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
