Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this classic Tuna Melt, featuring creamy tuna salad generously layered with melted cheddar cheese between perfectly toasted slices of sourdough bread. This easy-to-make sandwich is perfect for a cozy lunch, dinner, or even a late-night snack. With its savory flavors and nostalgic appeal, the Tuna Melt is bound to satisfy your cravings any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (5 oz) can high-quality tuna in water, drained
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp celery, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp red onion, diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 1 tbsp butter (for spreading)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, and red onion; mix until well combined.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread the tuna mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese. Place the other slice on top (buttered side up).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich until golden brown on one side (about 3-4 minutes). Flip carefully and grill until both sides are golden and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (185g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - Add crunch by mixing in chopped pickles or jalapeños. - Experiment with different cheeses like Swiss or pepper jack for varied flavors. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days; reheat gently in a skillet.