Description
Savory California tuna melt promises coastal comfort with golden-crisp bread and rich, gooey cheese. Perfectly balanced layers of fresh ingredients create a classic sandwich that brings seaside memories right to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 425 grams (15 ounces) canned tuna, drained
- 12 slices sourdough bread
- 6 slices burger cheese (or cheddar)
Vegetables and Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup whole egg mayonnaise (or Kewpie mayo)
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely diced
- 35 grams (¼ cup) pickles or dill cucumbers, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill & chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
Finishing Ingredients:
- Butter (for spreading)
- Finely grated Parmesan (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare tuna mixture by blending drained tuna with mayonnaise, finely chopped celery, diced red onion, minced pickles, chopped dill, chives, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- For Thermomix users, pulse celery, onion, pickles, dill, and chives in the appliance for 6 seconds at speed 4, then scrape down sides and incorporate remaining ingredients, mixing for 10 seconds in reverse at speed 2.
- Gently spread softened butter on one side of each sourdough bread slice, ensuring complete coverage.
- Arrange slices with unbuttered sides facing inward, layering sharp cheddar cheese on bottom slice, then generously spread the prepared tuna mixture.
- Crown the sandwich with another slice of bread, positioning the buttered exterior facing outward to create a golden, crispy exterior during cooking.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium temperature, carefully placing the assembled sandwich and cooking until bread turns a rich golden brown and cheese melts completely.
- Optional: Dust the top of the sandwich with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra flavor boost.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Customize the tuna salad by swapping mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier version that reduces calories and adds protein.
- Experiment with different cheese types like sharp cheddar, provolone, or Swiss for unique flavor combinations that complement the tuna.
- Make the sandwich gluten-free by using gluten-free bread or lettuce wraps, perfect for those with dietary restrictions or health-conscious eaters.
- Boost nutrition
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg