Best 8 Easy Tuna Melt Recipes
Tuna melt is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This versatile dish can be served as a sandwich, on a salad, or as a dip. Tuna melt is typically made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and cheese. However, there are many different variations of this dish, so you can customize it to your own taste. Whether you prefer a simple tuna melt sandwich or a more elaborate dish, there is sure to be a recipe that will satisfy your cravings.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE TUNA MELTS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, combine tuna, minced onion, and black pepper. Divide mixture onto 4 halves of English Muffins. Arrange 3 slices jalapenos on each muffin half. Top each with a slice of Cheddar cheese. Place on baking sheet.
- Bake in oven for 10 minutes, or until cheese begins to bubble.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 443.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
EASY TUNA MELT
A simple hot tuna melt that melts in your mouth! I'm in college and its very college friendly, not to much work but delicious!
Provided by eab918
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix together tuna and mayonnaise in a bowl until combined.
- Spread on tortilla shell (like pizza sauce).
- Top with parsley flakes and shredded cheese.
- Broil for 5-10 minutes.
- Cut like a pizza and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 716.7, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 120.9, Sodium 1781.7, Carbohydrate 45.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 65.2
EASY TUNA MELT
Steps:
- Drain the tuna then place in a mixing bowl.
- Add finely diced onion and celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice and all the herbs and spices.
- Mix well, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Place slices of bread on a sheetpan then toast under a hot grill/broiler.
- Flip over then top half the slices with tuna filling, cheese and sliced tomatoes.
- Place back in the oven and allow the cheese to melt.
- Remove from the oven, sandwich with the remaining slices of bread and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 984 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TUNA MELT
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler and set the rack about 4 to 5 inches from the heat source.
- Spread the bread out on a baking sheet and toast. Spread the toasted muffins or bread with the mayonnaise, if using. Top with the Tuna Salad and then the shredded cheese. Place the baking sheet under the broiler and heat for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Serve immediately.
- In a small mixing bowl break up the tuna with a fork. Toss with the celery, onion, and parsley. Add the mayonnaise, mustard, and season with pepper to taste. Stir to combine. Add lemon juice, if using.
SIMPLE TUNA MELT
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place bread slices in the oven to toast while it preheats, and while you make the tuna salad.
- In a small bowl, mix together the tuna, mayonnaise, salt, balsamic vinegar, mustard and dill pickle until well blended. Remove bread from the oven, and pile the tuna mixture onto one slice. Sprinkle cheese over the other slice of bread.
- Bake for 7 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheese is melted and tuna is heated through. Place the cheese side of the sandwich on top of the tuna side. Cut in half and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 608 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 77.9 mg, Fat 34.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 46.8 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1028 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
TUNA MELT
Legend has it that the tuna melt was accidentally invented in the 1960s at the Woolworth's lunch counter in Charleston, S.C., when the cook didn't notice that a bowl of tuna salad had tipped over onto a grilled cheese. We may never know if this story is true, but there's no doubt that the tuna melt has become a classic American diner food. This recipe adds chopped cornichons and whole-grain mustard for a satisfying crunch and vinegary element. Extra-sharp Cheddar is a must, and as with grilled cheese, the key to achieving perfectly melted cheese and golden bread is to toast the sandwich over medium-low heat. If you prefer an open-face tuna melt, skip the top piece of bread and place the sandwich on a sheet pan under the broiler until the cheese melts.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, sandwiches, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the tuna in a medium bowl and flake with a fork. Add the mayonnaise, cornichons, red onion, lemon juice, dill (if using), mustard, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Depending on the size of your bread, spoon 1/3 to 1/2 cup tuna salad on each of four slices of bread, heaping it in the middle slightly. Divide the cheese among the sandwiches, tearing and arranging the cheese to fit neatly. Place a piece of bread on top of each and generously spread the top piece of each sandwich with about 1/2 tablespoon butter.
- Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-low. Place two sandwiches, buttered-side down, in the skillet, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the bottom pieces of bread are golden brown.
- Meanwhile, spread the top of the each sandwich with another 1/2 tablespoon butter. Carefully flip the sandwiches, turn the heat to low, and cook for 3 to 4 more minutes, until the bottoms are browned and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining two sandwiches and serve immediately.
TUNA MELT SANDWICHES
When our children were young, I often fixed this warm tuna melt sandwich recipe. They go well with chips and a salad for a quick lunch. -Carole Anhalt, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside. Spread butter over cut sides of buns. Spread tuna mixture on bun bottoms; replace tops. Wrap in foil. , Bake until the cheese is melted, 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
TUNA MELT RECIPE BY TASTY
Cozy up with Tasty's take on a classic tuna melt. Oil-packed tuna stays moist and succulent, while celery and sweet pickle relish provide a tangy crunch. Don't skimp on the cheese for the ultimate melty sandwich.
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the tuna, mayonnaise, celery, pickle relish, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- On a cutting board, butter one side of each slice of bread. Flip the bread over so it is buttered-side down. Divide the tuna mixture between 2 slices of bread. Top with the cheddar cheese, then place the other slices of bread on top, buttered-side out.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook, without moving, for about 2 minutes, until golden brown. Carefully flip the sandwiches over and continue to cook until the other side is golden brown and the cheese has melted, 2 minutes more.
- Transfer the tuna melts to a cutting board and cut in half. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 2 grams
Tips:
- For a flakier tuna melt, use canned tuna packed in olive oil or water. Tuna packed in brine can make the sandwich too salty.
- If you don't have tuna, you can substitute cooked chicken, salmon, or crab.
- For a more flavorful tuna melt, add a tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, parsley, or chives, to the tuna salad.
- You can also add a tablespoon of capers, chopped pickles, or diced celery to the tuna salad for a tangy flavor.
- If you're using a toaster oven, preheat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit before cooking the tuna melt.
- Keep an eye on the tuna melt while it's cooking to make sure the cheese doesn't burn.
Conclusion:
The tuna melt is a classic comfort food sandwich that is easy to make and delicious. With its creamy tuna salad, melted cheese, and toasted bread, the tuna melt is a satisfying and flavorful meal. Whether you're making it for lunch, dinner, or a snack, the tuna melt is sure to be a hit.
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