Classic Tuna Melt
A delicious and comforting tuna melt sandwich with melted cheese and crispy bread.
10 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 slices bread (sourdough or whole wheat)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
Nutrition Facts
450Calories
25gProtein
35gCarbs
22gFat
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Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
2
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
3
Spread the tuna mixture evenly on two slices of bread. Top each with two slices of cheddar cheese, then cover with the remaining bread slices.
4
Butter the outside of each sandwich lightly on both sides.
5
Place the sandwiches on the preheated skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
6
Remove from the skillet, let cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm.
Chef's Tips
- Cheese Options: Try using Swiss, provolone, or pepper jack cheese for a different flavor.
- Extra Crunch: Add a handful of crushed potato chips to the tuna mixture for extra texture.
- Spice It Up: Mix in a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Healthy Twist: Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version.
- Bread Choice: For extra crispiness, use thick-cut bread or toast the bread lightly before assembling the sandwich.
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