Tuna Melt Recipe
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.
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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
Steps
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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.
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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.)
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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.
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To Cook in a Panini Press: Cook on medium-high until the bread is golden and the cheese melted.
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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.
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Let the tuna melt cool for a few minutes. Cut in half and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
💰 Cost Estimate
📋 Price Breakdown (17% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit Price | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | - | - | |
| plus 1 tablespoon nonfat plain Greek yogurt | 0.3333333333333333 cup | Rp 15.000/200g | Rp 5.925 |
| finely chopped cornichons or small dill pickles | 0.25 cup | - | - |
| finely chopped red onion | 3 tablespoons | - | - |
| freshly squeezed lemon juice | 2 teaspoons | - | - |
| grainy mustard | 1 teaspoon | - | - |
| minced fresh parsley or dill | 1 tablespoon | - | - |
| kosher salt | 0.25 teaspoon | - | - |
| ground black pepper | 0.125 teaspoon | - | - |
| bread | 6 slices | - | - |
| sharp cheddar cheese | 3 slices | Rp 30.000/170g | Rp 52.941 |
| softened unsalted butter | 3 tablespoons | - | - |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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