Tuna Melt Recipe: Comforting and Diner-Inspired
Tuna Melt with a comforting, diner-inspired flavor.
Ingredients
- Tuna Filling:
- 2 5 oz cans tuna in water, drained
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp chopped red onion
- 1 tbsp chopped celery
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Sandwich:
- 8 slices of sandwich bread
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- Optional: Fresh parsley pickle spear
- Suggested Pairings: Iced tea tomato soup
Instructions
- Mix tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, onion, celery, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; taste and adjust.
- Butter bread slices; spread tuna and cheese on 4 slices, and top with bread.
- Cook in a skillet 3–4 min per side or bake at 400°F for 8–10 min.
- Serve on a white ceramic plate with parsley.
Notes
- Drain tuna well to avoid sogginess.
- Store tuna filling in the fridge for 3 days.
- Try a vegan or spicy variation.
- Pair with potato chips.