The tuna melt sandwich has it all. Fresh tomatoes, sharp cheese, and perfectly seasoned tuna\u2026 it’s no wonder it’s such a popular sandwich recipe, each bite is bursting with flavor. Tuna melt sandwiches are incredibly easy to make and can be prepped and cooked in about 15 minutes \u2013 perfect when you’re short on time at lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Serve your tuna melts with potato chips, French fries, potato salad, grilled veggies, or green salad for a healthy, hearty lunch that will delight your taste buds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips for Making the Best Tuna Melt Sandwich
Instead of cooking your tuna melt in the skillet, you can broil the sandwich to melt the cheese. Once the sandwich is assembled, broil it for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Switch up the cheese for a tasty twist on this classic sandwich. Try Monterey Jack, provolone, mozzarella, gouda, Swiss, or Colby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other toppings to add to your tuna melt include pickles, pepperoncini, avocados, and crispy bacon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use any bread you like for your tuna melt sandwich. Bagels, English muffins, whole wheat, white, sourdough, ciabatta, and even tortillas are great in this recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use low-fat mayo or Greek yogurt if you want a healthier option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Store Tuna Melt Sandwich Mixture
The tuna salad mixture will last up to 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge. The assembled sandwiches will last up to one day when refrigerated. Any longer, and they’ll become soggy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients
TUNA IN SPRING WATER, DIVIDED
16 ounces
MAYONNAISE
1\/4 cup
CELERY, FINELY CHOPPED
1\/4 cup
RED ONION, FINELY CHOPPED
1\/4 cup
PARSLEY, CHOPPED
2 tbsp
DIJON MUSTARD
1 tbsp
KOSHER SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE
BREAD
16 slices
CHEDDAR CHEESE
8 slices
TOMATO, SLICED
1
BUTTER, SOFTENED
1\/4 cup
How to Make a Tuna Melt Sandwich<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine tuna, mayo, celery, red onion, mustard, parsley, salt, and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 2
Spread butter on one side of each piece of bread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 3
Flip half the bread slices so the buttered side is facing down and add the cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 4
Spread over the tuna mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 5
Top with a slice of tomato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 6
Add extra cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 7
Close the sandwich with a piece of bread, making sure the buttered side is facing up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 8
Heat a skillet over medium flame. Place a sandwich in the heated skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese begins to melt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 9
Flip and cook for a few more minutes until golden brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 10
Serve and enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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