Description
This Tuna Melt Sandwich features a creamy tuna salad mixed with crunchy veggies and melted cheese, all grilled to a crispy golden brown between your choice of bread. It’s a quick, satisfying meal perfect for any time of day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of bread (your choice: sourdough, whole wheat, or rye)
- 4 slices of cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or American)
- Butter or margarine for spreading
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained tuna. Use a fork to break it up into smaller pieces.
- Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl. Mix well until the tuna is evenly coated.
- Incorporate the finely chopped celery and red onion into the tuna mixture. If you are using sweet pickle relish, add it at this stage as well.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Taste the tuna salad and adjust the seasoning or add more mayonnaise if you prefer a creamier texture.
- Choose your preferred bread. Sourdough, whole wheat, or rye are all excellent options for a tuna melt.
- Lay out the slices of bread on a clean surface. You will need two slices for each sandwich.
- Spread a thin layer of butter or margarine on one side of each slice of bread. This will help achieve a golden, crispy crust when grilling.
- Take one slice of bread and place it buttered side down on a clean surface.
- Spread a generous amount of the prepared tuna salad on top of the unbuttered side of the bread.
- Place a slice of cheese on top of the tuna salad. You can use one type of cheese or mix different types for added flavor.
- Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up, to complete the sandwich. Repeat this process for the second sandwich.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Allow it to warm up for a couple of minutes.
- Once the skillet is hot, carefully place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet, buttered side down.
- Cook the sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- Using a spatula, carefully flip the sandwiches over. Cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until it is also golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- If you find that the cheese is not melting as quickly as youd like, you can cover the skillet with a lid for a minute or two to help trap the heat and melt the cheese faster.
- Once both sides of the sandwiches are golden brown and the cheese is melted, remove them from the skillet and place them on a cutting board.
- Allow the sandwiches to cool for a minute before slicing them in half diagonally. This will make them easier to handle and eat.
- Serve the tuna melt sandwiches warm, accompanied by your choice of sides such as potato chips, a side salad, or pickles.
- For an extra touch, you can garnish the plate with fresh herbs or a slice of lemon for added flavor.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped fresh herbs like dill or parsley into the tuna salad.
- If you prefer a crunchier texture, you can toast the bread lightly before assembling the sandwich.
- Experiment with different types of cheese to find your favorite combination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes