Mozzarella Tuna Melts

Get ready to elevate your lunch game with these irresistible Mozzarella Tuna Melts! This quick and easy recipe combines the creamy richness of a perfectly seasoned tuna mixture—featuring canned tuna, tangy Dijon mustard, crunchy celery, and a hint of red onion—with the gooey goodness of melted mozzarella. Nestled atop slices of buttery sourdough or crusty bread, these melts are broiled to golden perfection in just minutes. Ideal for busy weekdays or a casual weekend meal, they strike the perfect balance of savory flavor and satisfying texture. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve hot for a dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious. Whether you're searching for a simple tuna melt recipe, a creative sandwich idea, or a fast crowd-pleasing lunch, this recipe has you covered!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (drained)
• 0.33 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 stalk Celery (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Slices of sourdough or crusty bread
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (sliced or shredded)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (softened)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your broiler on high.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, finely chopped celery, finely chopped red onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Lightly butter one side of each slice of bread.

Step 4

Place the bread slices, buttered side down, on a baking sheet.

Step 5

Evenly distribute the tuna mixture onto the unbuttered side of each bread slice.

Step 6

Top the tuna mixture with an even layer of mozzarella cheese.

Step 7

Place the baking sheet under the broiler, about 4-6 inches away from the heat source, and broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the tuna melts cool for 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	610 grams (610.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1921

Total Fat 112.40g	144%
Saturated Fat 35.50g	178%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 3456mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 155.00g	56%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 7.60g
Protein 65.50g	131%

Vitamin D 87IU	437%
Calcium 917mg	71%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 627mg	13%

*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: 53.4%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 32.7%