Original Tuna Melts
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Original Tuna Melts, a perfect blend of creamy, savory tuna salad and gooey melted cheddar cheese, all nestled between crispy, golden-brown slices of bread. This quick and easy recipe takes just 20 minutes from start to finish and features a flavorful mix of classic ingredients, including finely chopped celery and red onion, a hint of Dijon mustard, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack, these tuna melts are pan-toasted to perfection and bursting with flavor in every bite. Serve alongside a crisp salad or a cup of hearty soup for a well-rounded meal that’s sure to please. Ideal for tuna lovers seeking a cheesy, buttery twist on a timeless favorite!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (drained)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices slices of bread
- 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the tuna salad.
Spread butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a cutting board or plate. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on each slice of bread.
Evenly divide the tuna salad between the two slices of bread with cheese, spreading it out to cover the surface.
Place another slice of cheddar cheese over the tuna salad, then top each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes on the first side, or until golden brown and the cheese begins to melt. Flip carefully and cook for another 3-5 minutes on the second side.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.6 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 242 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2426 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 983 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 366 mg | 8% | |
*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.
