Tuna Melt with Capers and Dill
85% authentic · American
An elevated tuna melt featuring briny capers and fresh dill for a brighter, more complex flavor profile.
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Ingredients
- Canned tuna, drained1 can (5 oz)
- Mayonnaise1/4 cup
- Capers, drained and roughly chopped1 tablespoon
- Fresh dill, chopped1 tablespoon
- Dijon mustard1 teaspoon
- Salt1/4 teaspoon
- Black pepper1/8 teaspoon
- Rye bread slices4 slices
- Butter, softened2 tablespoons
- Swiss cheese, sliced4 slices
Steps
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped capers, chopped dill, and Dijon mustard. Mix well.
- 2
Season the tuna salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
Spread the tuna mixture evenly onto two slices of rye bread.
- 4
Top each tuna-covered slice with two slices of Swiss cheese.
- 5
Place the remaining two slices of bread on top to form sandwiches.
- 6
Spread softened butter on the outside of each sandwich.
- 7
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet.
- 8
Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 9
Remove from skillet, slice, and serve hot.
