Classic Tuna Melt
Traditional dish · American
The quintessential Tuna Melt, featuring flaky tuna salad grilled between buttered bread with melted cheddar cheese. A comforting and timeless classic.
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Ingredients
- Canned tuna, drained5 oz
- Mayonnaise2 tbsp
- Celery, finely chopped1 tbsp
- Red onion, finely chopped1 tsp
- Lemon juice1 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Bread slices2
- Butter, softened1 tbsp
- Cheddar cheese, sliced or shredded2 slices
Steps
- 1
In a small bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped red onion, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
- 2
Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- 3
Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- 4
Top the bread with half of the tuna salad mixture, then layer with cheddar cheese slices.
- 5
Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up.
- 6
Grill for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. Press down gently with a spatula.
- 7
Remove from skillet, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately.
