Main Dishes
Tuna Melt Recipe
Description
This Tuna Melt recipe is a classic diner sandwich that’s easy to make at home whenever you’re in the mood for something toasty and melty. Start with a sturdy bread, add a creamy and zippy tuna salad, and don’t forget the sharp cheddar!
Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans solid, water-packed tuna, drained (look for sustainably caught)
- ⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ 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
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 slices bread I like whole grain sourdough
- 3 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
Directions
- 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.
- 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.)
- 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.
- To Cook in a Panini Press: Cook on medium-high until the bread is golden and the cheese melted.
- 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.
- Let the tuna melt cool for a few minutes. Cut in half and enjoy.
