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Tuna Melt Sandwich
18 min total10 prep8 cook1 servings500 cal
PescetarianClassicFlexitarianContains glutenContains dairyContains fish
Canned tuna is mixed with mayonnaise and crunchy celery, piled onto bread with melty cheddar, and grilled until golden and gooey. This diner classic turns pantry staples into a warm, satisfying lunch in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
pantry
- 120 gcanned tuna
- 2 tbspmayonnaise
- 0.13 tspblack pepper
bakery
- 2 slicesbread
dairy
- 40 gcheddar cheese
- 1 tbspbutter
produce
- 1 stalkcelery
Steps
- Drain the canned tuna well and finely dice the celery.
- In a bowl, flake the tuna with a fork, then stir in the mayonnaise, diced celery, and black pepper until combined.
- Spread the tuna mixture evenly over one slice of bread, then top with the cheddar cheese.
- Place the second slice of bread on top to close the sandwich.
- Spread half the butter on the outside of the top slice of bread.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and place the sandwich butter-side down.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes until golden, then spread the remaining butter on the top slice, flip, and cook another 3–4 minutes until both sides are golden and the cheese has melted.
- Transfer to a cutting board, slice in half, and serve warm.
Tips
- Drain the tuna well and flake it with a fork so the filling isn't watery.
- Butter the outside of the bread lightly before grilling for the crispiest, most golden crust.
- Cook over medium-low heat and cover the pan briefly so the cheese melts through before the bread burns.
- Press the sandwich gently with a spatula while it cooks for even browning and better contact with the pan.
