Classic Tuna Melt
Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this Classic Tuna Melt recipe—a timeless favorite packed with rich flavors and creamy textures. Made with flaky canned tuna mixed with crunchy celery, zesty dill pickle, and tangy red onion, all bound together by smooth mayonnaise with a hint of fresh lemon juice, this sandwich is bursting with personality. It’s perfectly toasted on buttery, golden slices of bread and topped with melted cheddar cheese for a gooey, satisfying finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for lunch or dinner, offering a hearty, protein-packed meal that’s as nostalgic as it is delicious. Serve it with a side of chips, a crisp salad, or a warm bowl of soup for the ultimate comfort-food experience.
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Ingredients
- 10 ounces canned tuna in water
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 1 dill pickle
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 bread slices
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely chop the celery, red onion, and dill pickle and add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Step 3
Add the mayonnaise and fresh lemon juice to the mixture, and season with salt and black pepper.
Step 4
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Step 5
Butter one side of each bread slice evenly.
Step 6
Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Step 7
Place two slices of bread, buttered-side down, on the skillet.
Step 8
Spread the tuna mixture evenly onto the bread slices in the skillet.
Step 9
Top with slices of cheddar cheese.
Step 10
Place the remaining two bread slices on top, buttered-side up.
Step 11
Cook the sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Step 12
Remove from heat, cut in half, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (685.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1588.6 |
| Total Fat 90.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 279.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3256.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 83.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.4g | |
| Protein 104.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 121.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 625.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1230.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories