Tuna Melt Recipe

Name: Tuna Melt Recipe
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 2 (5-ounce) cans solid, water-packed tuna, drained (look for sustainably caught); 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon nonfat plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup finely chopped cornichons or small dill pickles; 3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion; 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grainy mustard; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or dill; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 6 slices bread (I like whole grain sourdough); 3 slices sharp cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons softened unsalted butter

You can't beat a tuna melt sandwich for an easy, satisfying lunch! This version is packed with flavor thanks to a few secret ingredients.

⏱️ 20 min 🔪 Prep: 10 min 🔥 Cook: 10 min 📊 Easy ⭐ 5.0 (16) 👁️ 21 views

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Ingredients

3 servings

2 (5-ounce) cans solid, water-packed tuna, drained (look for sustainably caught)
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup finely chopped cornichons or small dill pickles
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon grainy mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or dill
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 slices bread (I like whole grain sourdough)
3 slices sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons softened unsalted butter

Steps

Drain the tuna as completely as you can. Flake into a bowl and top with the Greek yogurt, pickles, red onion, lemon juice, mustard, parsley, salt, and pepper. With a fork, stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
For each melt, top a slice of bread with one-third of the tuna mixture, spreading it evenly all the way to the edges. Lay a slice of cheese on top, then another slice of bread. Butter the top of the bread with 1/2 tablespoon butter. (If cooking in a panini press or the air fryer, go ahead and butter the other side of the melt too.)
To Cook on the Stove: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium low. Once the skillet is hot, add the sandwich, buttered-side down. Butter the top. Cook on each side for 2 to 4 minutes until the bread is toasty and golden—low and slow will guarantee the most melty, perfectly cooked grilled cheese.
To Cook in a Panini Press: Cook on medium-high until the bread is golden and the cheese melted.
To Cook in the Air Fryer: Use toothpicks to secure the tuna melt by sticking a toothpick into two of the opposite corners of the bread. Air fry at 360°F for 9 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Let the tuna melt cool for a few minutes. Cut in half and enjoy.