🥪 Tuna Melt Sandwich Recipe
A classic Tuna Melt Sandwich with a creamy, flavorful tuna salad, melted cheese, and crispy toasted bread. Perfect for a quick and comforting meal
🕑 Total Time:
– Prep: 10 minutes
– Cook: 10 minutes
– Total: 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 sandwiches
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Tuna Salad:
– 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
– ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, for tang)
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
– ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
– 1 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped
– 1 tablespoon celery, finely chopped (optional, for crunch)
– 1 tablespoon pickles or relish, finely chopped (optional)
For the Sandwich:
– 8 slices bread (sourdough, rye, or whole wheat)
– 4 slices cheddar cheese (or Swiss, mozzarella, or provolone)
– 2 tablespoons butter, softened
🔪 Instructions:
1️⃣ Make the Tuna Salad
1. In a bowl, mix tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, red onion, celery, and pickles.
2. Stir until well combined.
2️⃣ Assemble the Sandwiches
1. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
2. Place a slice of cheese on the unbuttered side of four slices of bread.
3. Add a generous scoop of tuna salad on top of the cheese.
4. Top with another slice of cheese and cover with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
3️⃣ Cook the Tuna Melt
1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
2. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
3. Press down gently with a spatula while cooking for a crispy texture.
4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
1. Cut the sandwiches in half and serve warm.
2. Pair with tomato soup, fries, or a simple salad.
🍽 Best Side Dishes:
– Tomato soup 🍅
– French fries or sweet potato fries 🍟
– Pickles or coleslaw 🥒
– Side salad 🥗
🔥 Tips for the Best Tuna Melt:
✅ Use good-quality tuna—chunk light tuna or solid white albacore works best.
✅ Toast the bread on low heat to melt the cheese perfectly.
✅ Add extra toppings—sliced tomatoes or avocado make it even better.
✅ For extra crunch, toast the bread before assembling.
This Tuna Melt Sandwich is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor! 🥪🔥 Enjoy! 😋
