Old Fashion Hot Tuna Melts
Craving a classic comfort food with a flavorful twist? These Old Fashion Hot Tuna Melts are a delightful blend of creamy tuna salad, tangy Dijon mustard, and a hint of lemon, sandwiched between crispy, golden-buttered bread slices. The filling is elevated with finely diced celery and red onion for a satisfying crunch, while gooey melted cheddar cheese and optional juicy tomato slices add indulgent layers of flavor. Perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner, this recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and serves two. Pair with your favorite soup or salad for a truly nostalgic and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna, drained
- 0.33 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices bread (e.g., sourdough or rye)
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 4 slices cheddar cheese, sliced
- 1 medium tomato, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, diced celery, red onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place two slices, buttered-side down, on a clean surface.
Spread half of the tuna mixture evenly on each slice of bread.
Layer with sliced cheddar cheese and tomato slices if using, then top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered-side up.
Carefully place the sandwiches onto the preheated skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side or until golden brown and crispy.
Flip the sandwiches carefully with a spatula and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Remove from the skillet, cut each sandwich in half, and serve warm. Enjoy your Old Fashion Hot Tuna Melts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1939 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.2 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.0 g | 225% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 367 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 3700 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 114.0 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.6 mcg | 98% | |
| Calcium | 907 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1296 mg | 28% | |
*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.
