Description
These Tuna Melt Grilled Sandwiches are a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner option featuring a creamy tuna salad, melted cheddar or Swiss cheese, and buttery toasted bread grilled to golden perfection. Ready in just 18 minutes, they combine savory flavors and a crisp texture to make a comforting classic sandwich.
Ingredients
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Tuna Salad
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Sandwich Assembly
- 4 slices bread (sourdough, rye, or your choice)
- 4 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
Instructions
- Prepare the tuna salad: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, finely chopped celery, red onion, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Lay out the bread slices on a flat surface. Spoon the prepared tuna mixture evenly onto two of the bread slices.
- Add cheese slices: Place a slice of cheddar or Swiss cheese over the tuna-covered bread slices to ensure a melty, cheesy center once grilled.
- Complete the sandwich: Top each with the remaining bread slices to form two sandwiches, press gently to hold the layers together.
- Butter the bread outsides: Spread softened butter evenly on the outer sides of each sandwich. This will help achieve a golden, crispy crust as they grill.
- Grill the sandwiches: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve warm: Remove sandwiches from skillet, slice each in half, and enjoy immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- You can use any bread type; sourdough or rye adds great flavor.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
- Add tomato slices inside the sandwich before grilling for extra freshness.
- Pressing the sandwich gently while grilling helps melt the cheese evenly.
- Store leftovers wrapped in foil and reheat in a skillet for best texture.
