Teeny Tiny Tuna Melts

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Perfect for snack time or party appetizers, Teeny Tiny Tuna Melts are a bite-sized twist on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender, flaky tuna blended with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and fresh green onions, each mini bagel half is bursting with flavor. Topped with a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, these melts deliver the ultimate cheesy goodness with every bite. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe is quick, easy, and ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve warm and watch these irresistible handheld treats disappear in no time! Perfectly portioned as mini delights, they’re a crowd-pleasing combination of crispy, creamy, and cheesy perfection.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 8 min
• Total Time: 18 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 2 small cans (5 oz each) canned tuna
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 2 stalks, finely chopped green onion
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 halved mini bagels
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons, softened butter

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

2. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.

3. Add mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and finely chopped green onion to the tuna. Mix everything together until well combined.

4. Season the tuna mixture with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

5. Spread a thin layer of softened butter on the cut sides of each mini bagel half.

6. Place the buttered bagel halves, cut side up, on the prepared baking sheet.

7. Spoon a generous amount of the tuna mixture onto each bagel half, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.

8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tuna mixture on each bagel half.

9. Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bagels are lightly toasted.

10. Remove the tuna melts from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

11. Serve warm and enjoy your Teeny Tiny Tuna Melts as a fun, cheesy snack or appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (58.4g)

Calories		163
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		10.5 g	13%
	Saturated Fat	4.8 g	24%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		32 mg	11%
Sodium		344 mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate		6.8 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	0.4 g	1%
	Total Sugars	0.6 g
Protein		10.7 g	21%
Vitamin D		1.1 mcg	6%
Calcium		109 mg	8%
Iron		0.5 mg	3%
Potassium		75 mg	2%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1134 cal (57.5%%)

Protein: 516 cal (26.1%%)

Carbs: 324 cal (16.4%%)