Creamy Tuna Melt

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Tuna Melt recipe, a delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich! Featuring a rich and flavorful tuna salad made with tender canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, crisp celery, tangy red onion, and a hint of lemon juice, this melt is perfectly balanced in taste and texture. Each buttery, golden-grilled bread slice is layered with the tuna mixture, a slice of gooey cheddar cheese, and optional fresh tomato for added sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or a satisfying lunch. Serve it with a side of salad or chips for a simple yet irresistible meal that’s sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna
• 0.333 cup mayonnaise
• 1 stalk (finely diced) celery
• 2 tablespoons (finely diced) red onion
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices bread slices
• 2 tablespoons (softened) butter
• 2 slices cheddar cheese
• 1 small (sliced) tomato (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add mayonnaise, diced celery, diced red onion, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 3

Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.

Step 4

Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 5

Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet.

Step 6

Spread a generous layer of the tuna mixture on top of the bread slices.

Step 7

If desired, add a few slices of tomato on top of the tuna mixture.

Step 8

Place a slice of cheddar cheese over the tuna (and tomato, if using).

Step 9

Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up, to form sandwiches.

Step 10

Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(473.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1374.2

Total Fat 99.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 212.3mg	0%
Sodium 2057.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 37.5g	0%

Vitamin D 117.9IU	0%
Calcium 383.5mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 723.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.6%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 24.5%