A tuna melt is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that combines tuna, cheese, and other ingredients.
Below is a classic tuna melt recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (5 oz each) of tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or rye, according to your preference)
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese
- Butter or margarine, softened (for spreading on the bread)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This recipe can be made in the oven or on a stovetop, but the oven method gives the best results for a gooey, melty cheese.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, diced red onion, diced celery, chopped parsley (if using), and lemon juice. Mix everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Lay out 4 slices of bread on a clean work surface. Spread a thin layer of softened butter or margarine on one side of each slice.
- Flip the slices over (buttered side down) and divide the tuna mixture evenly among the 4 slices. Spread it out to cover the bread evenly.
- Top the tuna mixture on each slice with a slice of cheese. You can use cheddar or Swiss cheese, or a combination of both.
- Take the remaining 4 slices of bread and place them on top of the cheese, buttered side facing out.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. If you’re using a stovetop, you’ll want to cook the sandwiches on both sides until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes per side.
- If you prefer using the oven method, place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once cooked, remove the sandwiches from the heat source and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
- Cut the tuna melts in half and serve them warm. They’re great with a side of pickles, coleslaw, or a simple green salad.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting tuna melt sandwich!