Lemon Dilled Tuna Salad Melts
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly cheesy, these Lemon Dilled Tuna Salad Melts take the classic tuna melt to a whole new level. Featuring a creamy tuna salad infused with fresh dill, tangy lemon juice, and vibrant lemon zest, this recipe brings an elevated twist to your lunch or dinner routine. Finely chopped celery and red onion deliver a satisfying crunch, while melted cheddar cheese adds the perfect ooey-gooey touch. Sandwiched between golden, buttery bread, these melts are ready in under 20 minutes, making them an ideal choice for a quick, flavorful meal. Perfectly balanced with fresh herbs and citrusy notes, these tuna salad melts are guaranteed to delight your taste buds. Serve them with a side of soup or a crisp salad for a complete, satisfying experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz canned tuna
- 0.333 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces bread slices
- 4 pieces cheddar cheese slices
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna (drained), mayonnaise, celery, red onion, fresh dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the preheated skillet.
Spoon an even amount of the tuna salad mixture onto the unbuttered sides of the bread on the skillet.
Add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of the tuna salad for each piece of bread in the pan.
Cover with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up, to make two sandwiches.
Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden and toasted.
Carefully flip each sandwich and cook on the other side for 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden.
Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.4 g | 227% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 3361 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 128.9 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 1096 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1082 mg | 23% | |
*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.
