Tuna and Branston Pickle Melt
Transform your sandwich game with this irresistible Tuna and Branston Pickle Melt—a quick and satisfying twist on a classic comfort food. This recipe combines the creamy richness of tuna mayonnaise with the tangy-sweet zing of Branston pickle, all layered on golden-toasted bread and crowned with bubbling, melted cheddar cheese. Ready in just 15 minutes, this melt is perfect for a hearty lunch or casual dinner. The sturdy bread holds up beautifully under the gooey cheese layer, while optional fresh chives add a touch of brightness to every bite. Simple yet indulgent, this recipe brings bold flavors together for a sandwich experience you won’t forget.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Tuna (canned, in water or oil, drained)
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Branston pickle
- 100 grams Cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 slices Bread slices (sturdy, such as sourdough or thick-cut white bread)
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (optional, for toasting bread)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chives (optional, finely chopped for garnish)
Instructions
1. Drain the tuna and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Flake it with a fork to break up any large chunks.
2. Add the mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the tuna. Mix until evenly combined.
3. Stir in the Branston pickle to the tuna mixture, ensuring it is well distributed.
4. Lightly toast the bread slices. You can either butter both sides and toast them in a skillet over medium heat or place them under a grill for a few minutes until golden.
5. Place the toasted bread slices on a baking tray and spread the tuna and Branston pickle mixture evenly across each slice.
6. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese generously over the tuna mixture on both slices.
7. Preheat your oven's grill (broiler) to high. Place the baking tray under the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbling.
8. Remove the tray from the grill and allow the melts to cool slightly before garnishing with chopped chives, if desired.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Tuna and Branston Pickle Melts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1133 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.3 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.8 g | 159% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 2420 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 69.9 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 808 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 657 mg | 14% | |
*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.
