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Tuna Melt Sandwich

Ultimate Comfort Tuna Melt Sandwich You’ll Love

This Tuna Melt Sandwich combines flaky tuna, tangy mayo, and gooey cheese, making it a perfect comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tuna Filling
  • 1 can Chunk light tuna, well drained
  • 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Minced White Onion Red onion can be used for a milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Celery, chopped Diced pickles can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Pickle Relish Dill relish can be a more tart alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice is a good substitute.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Bread & Cheese
  • 4 slices Bread of Choice Sourdough or whole wheat are excellent choices.
  • 2 slices Cheddar or Marble Cheese Swiss or Gouda can be used for a different flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Mayonnaise Butter can be a richer alternative.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Flake the drained tuna into a mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, minced onion, chopped celery, sweet pickle relish, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  2. Spread extra mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the slices of bread mayonnaise-side down. Add a slice of cheese on each piece, followed by the tuna filling.
  3. Place another slice of cheese on top of the tuna mix, then cover with the remaining bread, mayonnaise side facing up.
  4. Cook the sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom turns golden brown.
  5. Flip each sandwich and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  6. Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let cool slightly, then slice in half and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra ingredient twist, consider adding diced apples or jalapeños to keep the flavor fresh and exciting.

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