Fon Tuna Melts

Transform your lunchtime routine with these irresistible Fon Tuna Melts! This quick and easy recipe combines creamy, flavorful tuna salad—featuring zesty dill pickle relish, crunchy celery, and a hint of red onion—with gooey melted cheddar cheese, all sandwiched between golden, buttery slices of bread. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a warm, comforting meal that’s perfect for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Whether you’re craving a satisfying grilled sandwich or seeking a clever way to elevate canned tuna, these melts are guaranteed to impress. Serve them alongside a crisp salad or a warm bowl of soup for the ultimate comforting combo.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5 oz cans canned tuna, drained
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 8 pieces bread slices
• 4 tablespoons butter, softened

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery, red onion, and dill pickle relish.

Step 2

Add salt and black pepper, and stir until the mixture is well combined.

Step 3

Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 4

Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 5

On the unbuttered side of 4 bread slices, evenly spread the tuna salad mixture.

Step 6

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the tuna mixture.

Step 7

Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top of each sandwich, buttered side facing out.

Step 8

Place the sandwiches in the preheated skillet or griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

Step 9

Remove from the skillet, cut the sandwiches in half, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	829.1 grams (829.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2232

Total Fat 136.20g	175%
Saturated Fat 59.30g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 412mg	137%
Sodium 4277mg	186%
Total Carbohydrate 133.80g	49%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 18.10g
Protein 124.00g	248%

Vitamin D 784IU	3919%
Calcium 1166mg	90%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 1225mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.3%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 23.7%