Classic Tuna Melt

This comforting tuna melt sandwich is a rich and filling lunch. I toasted the bread perfectly golden with a slight crisp on the outside, while the inside is stuffed with a creamy tuna, diced red onions, and green celery.  The melted cheddar cheese makes it gooey and indulgent. The sandwich balances crunch from the toasted bread and veggies with creaminess from the tuna mix and melted cheese, offering a satisfying bite every time.

Why It’s the Perfect Go-To Sandwich for Lunch?

This tuna melt is perfect for lunch because it strikes the balance between comfort and convenience. With prep and cook time taking less than 20 minutes, you can have a warm, cheesy, protein-packed sandwich on the table with minimal effort. The crisp bread, creamy tuna salad, and melty cheese make it hearty enough to satisfy, while the quick prep ensures it easily fits into a busy day.

Classic Tuna Melt

This Tuna Melt is a quick and satisfying classic, made with creamy tuna salad, cheddar cheese, and perfectly toasted bread. Ready in less than 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate comfort food for lunch.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 5 to 7 oz of Canned Tuna Chunked
• ¼ cup to ½ cup Celery chopped
• ¼ cup to ½ cup Onions chopped
• 1 Red Onion Sliced
• ½ cup Mayo
• 1 to 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
• Juice of half a Lemon
• ¼ cup chopped Dill Pickles not sweet
• 4 to 6 Slices Cheddar Cheese
• 4 to 6 Slices Provolone Cheese
• 6 to 10 Slices Brioche Bread
• 1 ½ tablespoon Fresh Parsley chopped
• ½ teaspoon to 1 ½ teaspoon Season Salt
• ½ teaspoon to 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

 

• Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees
• In a large bowl, combine canned tuna, celery, onions, dill pickles, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley, season salt, and black pepper.
• Mix well until creamy and evenly combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
• Lay out slices of brioche bread. Spread soften butter on one side of each slice
• Place 1 slice of cheddar cheese.
• Spoon a generous amount of the tuna mixture over the cheese.
• Add 1 slice of provolone cheese on the top of the tuna mixture
• Add a few slices of red onion for extra crunch and flavor.
• Top with sliced tomatoes.
• Top with sliced bread (making sure the butter side is up)
• Place sandwiches in the air fryer
• Cook for 8 minutes flipping halfway through
• Remove let cool for a few minutes
• Pair with a side of pickles, chips, or soup for a complete meal.

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Recipe Tips

For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle a little garlic powder or paprika on the buttered bread before grilling. It adds a subtle but delicious layer of flavor.

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