Tuna Melt
A creamy tuna salad piled on toasted bread and blanketed with melted cheddar, then grilled until golden. The ultimate diner sandwich.
Ingredients
2 servings
Instructions
-
Mix tuna, mayonnaise, celery, and lemon juice until combined.
-
Butter one side of each bread slice. Place two slices buttered-side down.
-
Spread tuna on the bread and top with cheddar; close with the other slices, buttered-side up.
-
Cook in a skillet over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and the cheese melts.
-
Slice and serve warm.
Nutrition
Per serving, estimated.
- Calories
- 480 kcal
- Protein
- 32g
- Carbs
- 28g
- Fat
- 27g
- Fiber
- 2g
Tips
- Drain the tuna well so the filling is not watery.
- Use a covered pan for the last minute to melt the cheese faster.
- Add a slice of tomato for extra moisture.
Variations
- Stir pickle relish into the tuna.
- Use Swiss or pepper jack instead of cheddar.
- Add a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, a press gives you even heat and crisp lines; cook 3 to 4 minutes.
Sturdy sandwich bread or sourdough holds up to the filling.
Yes, assemble open-faced and broil until the cheese bubbles, then top with the second slice.
