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Tuna melt sandwich, cut in half on a paper on a cutting board
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Tuna Melt Sandwich

A tasty warm tuna sandwich smothered in cheese, perfect for a quick lunch, or effortless weeknight dinner!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword canned tuna, tuna melt, tuna melt sandwich
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 525kcal
Author Christina

Ingredients

  • 5 oz can of tuna drained
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise plus extra to butter bread
  • 1 tsp minced onion
  • 1 tbsp celery finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice or pickle juice
  • 4 slices italian bread
  • 4 slices of cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Add the tuna, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced onion, and celery to a small bowl.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on one side of each of the slices of bread.
  • Place two slices of bread, mayonnaise side down in a large pan.
  • Top each slice of bread with a slice of cheese, then half the tuna mixture, and top with another slice of cheese.
  • Top with another slice of bread, mayonnaise side up.
  • Heat over medium heat for 5 minutes, flip, then heat for an additional 3 minutes.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 525kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 618mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 409IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 257mg | Iron: 2mg