Kraut Tunawiches

Take your tuna melt game to the next level with these irresistible Kraut Tunawiches—a deliciously tangy twist on a grilled sandwich classic. This recipe combines creamy tuna salad, made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, and optional Dijon mustard, with the zesty bite of sauerkraut, melted cheddar cheese, and perfectly toasted sourdough or rye bread. Each bite delivers a satisfying medley of rich, savory flavors and a buttery, crisp texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, these sandwiches are quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet unique enough to impress guests. Serve with a side of chips, a fresh salad, or a steaming bowl of soup for a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for lovers of fusion comfort foods, Kraut Tunawiches will soon become your new go-to sandwich recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Sauerkraut
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese
• 8 slices Bread (such as sourdough or rye)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add mayonnaise, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard (if using). Mix well until the tuna salad is creamy and evenly combined.

Step 3

Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 4

Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. This will be the outer side of the sandwich that gets toasted.

Step 5

Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the hot skillet or griddle.

Step 6

Spread an even layer of the tuna mixture onto each of these 4 slices of bread.

Step 7

Top the tuna mixture with 2-3 tablespoons of sauerkraut for each sandwich, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of the sauerkraut.

Step 9

Cover each sandwich with a second slice of bread, buttered side facing up.

Step 10

Cook the sandwiches for 3-5 minutes on one side, pressing down gently with a spatula to create a crispy texture. Flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let them rest for 1-2 minutes, and then cut them in half to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(656.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1820.3

Total Fat 105.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 239.3mg	0%
Sodium 4919.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 56.9g	0%

Vitamin D 123.5IU	0%
Calcium 542.1mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 954.1mg	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: 53.3%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 33.9%