Hot Tuna Cheddar Melt Sandwiches
Elevate your sandwich game with these irresistible Hot Tuna Cheddar Melt Sandwiches, a comforting classic reimagined with a flavorful twist. Featuring a creamy tuna filling blended with zesty Dijon mustard, tangy lemon juice, and a satisfying crunch of celery and red onion, each bite bursts with bold flavors. This easy-to-make recipe pairs the savory filling with melty cheddar cheese, all tucked between slices of your favorite bread, like hearty sourdough or wholesome whole wheat, and pan-grilled to golden perfection. Ready in just 18 minutes, these warm and crispy melts make for a quick yet indulgent lunch or dinner. Perfect for tuna lovers and grilled cheese enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) Canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup Celery (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Bread (such as sourdough or whole wheat)
- 4 ounces Cheddar cheese (sliced or shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (softened)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined and set aside.
Lay out the 4 bread slices on a clean work surface. Spread an even layer of the tuna mixture onto 2 of the slices.
Top the tuna mixture with cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces per sandwich). Place the remaining 2 bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on the outer sides of each sandwich (1 tablespoon per sandwich, divided between the top and bottom sides).
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the sandwiches in the skillet.
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted. Use a spatula to gently press the sandwiches down while cooking for even browning.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes. Slice in half if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Hot Tuna Cheddar Melt Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.2 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 1862 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.5 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 479 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 619 mg | 13% | |
*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.
