Description
The Perfect Tuna Melt is a classic comfort food that elevates the simple tuna salad sandwich into a melty masterpiece. This delightful dish features creamy tuna mixed with fresh veggies and gooey mozzarella, all nestled between slices of buttery, toasted bread. Perfect for lunch or a cozy dinner at home, this easy recipe is customizable and packed with flavor in every bite. Whether you’re entertaining friends or enjoying a quiet meal, The Perfect Tuna Melt will satisfy your cravings and bring comfort to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans of tuna (5 oz each), drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 stalk of celery, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 3–4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Slices of bread (your choice)
- Softened butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, onion, celery, garlic, and parsley.
- Add mayonnaise and olive oil; mix well. Stir in mozzarella cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Butter one side of a slice of bread; place it butter-side down in the skillet. Top with about 2 tablespoons of the tuna mixture.
- Butter another slice of bread on one side and place it butter-side up on top of the tuna mixture.
- Grill until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg