Tuna Melt Sandwich

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Tuna Melt Sandwich

This tuna melt combines toasted bread, a creamy tuna filling, and melted cheese for a balanced texture and flavor.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Tuna Filling

  • 2 cans (5 oz / 140 g each) albacore tuna, drained very well

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • ¼ cup finely diced red onion

  • ¼ cup finely diced celery

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles

  • 1 teaspoon pickle juice

  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped

  • Salt, to taste

  • Black pepper, to taste

For Assembly

  • Thick slices sourdough or rye bread

  • Sliced sharp cheddar or Swiss cheese

  • Butter or mayonnaise (for outside of bread)

  • Fresh tomato slices (optional)

🔪 Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

  • Fork

  • Skillet or griddle

  • Spatula

  • Knife

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Tuna Mixture

  1. Place the drained tuna in a medium bowl and flake with a fork.

  2. Add:

    • Mayonnaise

    • Dijon mustard

    • Red onion

    • Celery

    • Chopped pickles

    • Pickle juice

    • Fresh herbs

  3. Mix until well combined.

  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  5. Set aside.

2️⃣ Prepare the Bread

  • Spread a thin, even layer of butter or mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
    (This side will face the pan for toasting.)

3️⃣ Assemble the Sandwich

  1. Place one slice of bread, coated side down, in a cold skillet.

  2. Add:

    • One slice of cheese

    • A generous layer of tuna mixture

    • A second slice of cheese

    • Optional tomato slices

  3. Top with another slice of bread, coated side up.

4️⃣ Cook the Sandwich

  1. Turn heat to medium-low.

  2. Cover the pan and cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt.

  3. Carefully flip the sandwich.

  4. Cook uncovered for 2 more minutes until the second side is toasted and the cheese is fully melted.

5️⃣ Serve

  • Remove from pan and let rest for 1 minute.

  • Slice diagonally and serve warm.

🍅 Serving Suggestions

  • Tomato soup

  • Simple green salad

  • Pickle spears

  • Roasted potatoes

🧊 Storage

  • Tuna mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

  • Best assembled and cooked fresh.

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