Tuna Melt Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Tuna Melt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 English muffins, split, or 4 slices sourdough, rye, or whole wheat bread; 2 tablespoons prepared mayonnaise (optional); 1 recipe tuna salad, recipe follows; 1 cup shredded sharp farmhouse cheddar cheese; Tuna Salad; Two 6 ounce cans white meat tuna packed in water, drained; 2 tablespoons minced celery; 2 tablespoons minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained; 1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley; 1/3 cup prepared mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard; Freshly ground black pepper,; Freshly squeezed lemon juice, to taste (optional); Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved.

Servings: persons

2 English muffins, split, or 4 slices sourdough, rye, or whole wheat bread
2 tablespoons prepared mayonnaise (optional)
1 recipe tuna salad, recipe follows
1 cup shredded sharp farmhouse cheddar cheese
Tuna Salad
Two 6 ounce cans white meat tuna packed in water, drained
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup prepared mayonnaise
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
Freshly ground black pepper,
Freshly squeezed lemon juice, to taste (optional)
Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved.

1
Preheat the broiler and set the rack about 4 to 5 inches from the heat source.
2
Spread the bread out on a baking sheet and toast.
3
Spread the toasted muffins or bread with the mayonnaise, if using.
4
Top with the tuna salad and then the shredded cheese.
5
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and heat for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
6
Serve immediately.
7
In a small mixing bowl break up the tuna with a fork.
8
Toss with the celery, onion, and parsley.
9
Add the mayonnaise, mustard, and season with pepper to taste.
10
Stir to combine.
11
Add lemon juice, if using.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 English muffins, split, or 4 slices sourdough, rye, or whole wheat bread, 2 tablespoons prepared mayonnaise (optional), 1 recipe tuna salad, recipe follows, 1 cup shredded sharp farmhouse cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Tuna Melt falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tuna Melt

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Variations & substitutions

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