Keep It Simple Tuna Melt
Elevate your lunch game with this quick and comforting "Keep It Simple Tuna Melt." Perfect for busy weekdays or a cozy weekend treat, this recipe combines pantry staples like canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, and sharp cheddar cheese to deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. With golden, buttery bread enveloping a rich tuna and melted cheese filling, this sandwich comes together in just 10 minutes from start to finish. Ideal for one serving, it’s an effortless option that doesn’t sacrifice taste. Whether you enjoy it alongside a bowl of soup or a crisp green salad, this easy tuna melt recipe is a classic crowd-pleaser you’ll come back to time and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 slices bread slices
- 1.5 tablespoons butter
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna fully and transfer it to a small mixing bowl.
Add mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper to the tuna. Mix well with a fork until evenly combined.
Spread about 0.75 tablespoons of butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat.
Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in the pan.
Spread the tuna mixture evenly on the unbuttered side of the bread in the pan.
Place the cheddar cheese slices on top of the tuna mixture.
Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing up.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until golden brown and crispy. Flip the sandwich carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, allowing the cheese to melt completely.
Once both sides are golden and the cheese is melted, remove the sandwich from the pan and let it cool slightly.
Slice in half and serve immediately for a gooey, delicious experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.4 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1532 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 285 mg | 6% | |
*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.
