Save to Pinterest A golden, crispy sandwich filled with creamy tuna salad and gooey melted cheese — the perfect quick and satisfying snack.
I enjoy making this classic tuna melt sandwich whenever I want a comforting and speedy meal that feels homemade.
Ingredients
- Tuna Salad: 1 can (5 oz / 140 g) tuna, drained, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 stalk celery, finely chopped, 1 tbsp red onion, finely chopped, 1 tsp lemon juice, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Sandwich: 4 slices sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough), 4 slices cheddar cheese (or Swiss), 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, mix together the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Step 2:
- Lay out the bread slices. Spread the tuna salad evenly over two slices. Top each with two slices of cheese.
- Step 3:
- Cover with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
- Step 4:
- Butter the outsides of each sandwich (one side per slice).
- Step 5:
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Step 6:
- Place the sandwiches buttered side down on the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes, pressing gently, until golden brown.
- Step 7:
- Flip and cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes, until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Step 8:
- Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve hot.
Save to Pinterest This sandwich always brings back warm family memories of quick, delicious lunches on busy days.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 430 calories, 26 g total fat, 29 g carbohydrates, 23 g protein.
Allergen Information
Contains fish (tuna), egg (mayonnaise), dairy (cheese, butter), gluten (bread). Always check labels for allergen info.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, knife and cutting board, skillet or griddle, spatula.
Save to Pinterest This classic tuna melt sandwich is a timeless favorite that you can customize easily for your taste.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of tuna works best?
Use canned tuna in water or oil, drained well for a moist but not soggy filling.
- → Can I substitute cheddar cheese?
Yes, Swiss or provolone add a nice melt and slightly different flavor profile.
- → How do I get a crispy outside?
Butter the outside of the bread slices before toasting on a skillet over medium heat for golden crispness.
- → Can I add vegetables?
Adding sliced tomato or pickles adds fresh flavor and texture to the sandwich.
- → What bread types are suitable?
White, whole wheat, or sourdough breads work well for holding the filling and crisping nicely.