Tuna Melt Sandwich
Ingredients
- • 340 g canned tuna in water
- • 60 ml mayonnaise
- • 1 item celery stalk
- • 30 g red onion
- • 15 ml lemon juice
- • 5 ml dijon mustard
- • 4 slices sourdough bread
- • 120 g cheddar cheese
- • 30 g butter
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Drain the tuna well and flake it into a medium bowl using a fork.
- 2
Finely dice the celery and red onion. Add them to the tuna along with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dijon mustard.
- 3
Mix the tuna salad thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- 4
Slice the cheddar cheese thinly, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 5
Butter one side of each bread slice. Place two slices butter-side down in a cold skillet.
- 6
Divide the tuna mixture evenly between the two bread slices in the pan. Top each with cheese slices.
- 7
Place the remaining bread slices on top, butter-side up.
- 8
Heat the skillet over medium heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- 9
Carefully flip each sandwich and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden.
- 10
Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, then cut diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"This upgraded tuna melt transforms a humble pantry staple into something truly crave-worthy. The secret is adding fresh lemon juice and Dijon mustard to brighten the filling, while buttery sourdough and sharp cheddar create the perfect golden crust."
