Terrific Tuna Melt
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this Terrific Tuna Melt, a golden, gooey spin on a classic sandwich favorite. Featuring a creamy tuna salad made with juicy canned tuna, zesty Dijon mustard, crisp celery, and a hint of lemon, this recipe layers bold flavors with ease. A generous blanket of melted cheddar cheese takes this melt to the next level, creating the perfect harmony between crunchy, buttery bread and a savory, cheesy filling. Ready in just 20 minutes, this indulgent yet effortless meal is perfect for lunch or a quick weeknight dinner. Serve it warm and pair with a simple side salad or crispy fries for the ultimate satisfying experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz Canned tuna in water
- 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Celery, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 Bread slices
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Flake the tuna gently with a fork.
Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, red onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to the bowl. Stir until well combined and creamy.
Lay out the bread slices on a clean surface. Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each slice.
Flip two of the bread slices over so the unbuttered side is facing up. Place half of the tuna mixture on each of these slices, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the tuna mixture.
Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
Heat a large skillet or griddle pan over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula to encourage even browning.
Flip the sandwiches carefully and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board. Allow to cool for 1 minute before slicing in half.
Serve the Terrific Tuna Melt warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 149 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 1840 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 59.3 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 600 mg | 13% | |
*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.
