Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this gooey, cheesy tuna melt. Each bite features crispy, buttery bread enveloping a savory filling of tender tuna, creamy mayonnaise, and melted cheese. Perfect for lunch or a cozy dinner, this dish is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your tastes. Whether enjoyed solo or with friends, this classic meal promises warmth and satisfaction any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can solid white albacore tuna (5 oz), drained
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix together tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, celery, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble sandwiches: Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place unbuttered sides up and spread the tuna mixture evenly; top with cheese. Close sandwiches.
- Cook: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Serve hot with sides like salad or chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg