Description
This Perfect Tuna Melt recipe combines a flavorful tuna salad with melted mozzarella cheese, all grilled between buttery toasted bread slices. It’s a quick and satisfying sandwich that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner, featuring fresh ingredients and a crispy, golden finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Tuna Salad
- 2 (5 oz) cans of tuna, drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 stalk of celery, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 3-4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sandwich & Cooking
- Bread slices (your choice), quantity as needed for sandwich
- Butter, softened (for spreading)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (for skillet)
Instructions
- Prepare Tuna Salad: Drain the water from the tuna cans and place the tuna in a medium bowl. Add the chopped onion, celery, garlic, parsley, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix everything well until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat Skillet and Prepare Bread: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place the bread slices butter-side down in the skillet to toast.
- Assemble Sandwich in Skillet: While the bread is toasting, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the tuna salad mixture onto the bread slices in the skillet. Butter one side of another slice of bread and place it butter-side up on top of the tuna salad, creating the sandwich.
- Grill and Flip Sandwich: Once the bottom bread side is golden brown, carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula. Grill the other side until it becomes golden and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it sit for a moment to set. Slice it in half or quarters as desired, then serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use whole grain or sprouted bread.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter spread.
- Mozzarella can be swapped with cheddar or Swiss cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Add a slice of tomato or leafy greens inside for extra freshness.
- Serve with a side salad or chips for a complete meal.
