Open Face Tuna Melt Sandwich

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this irresistible Open Face Tuna Melt Sandwich, a quick and satisfying meal that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Featuring a creamy, zesty tuna salad made with canned tuna, tangy Dijon mustard, crunchy celery, and a bright splash of lemon juice, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and served on perfectly toasted bread, each bite offers warm, comforting goodness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this open-face sandwich makes for a crowd-pleasing lunch or a no-fuss dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and enjoy this cheesy classic straight from the skillet. Perfect for busy days, this tuna melt is your new go-to comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 oz) Canned tuna
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 stalk Celery
• 2 tablespoons Red onion
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large slices Bread slices
• 2 slices Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon (optional) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna and add it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely dice the celery and red onion, then add them to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything well until the tuna mixture is evenly combined.

Step 4

Lightly toast the slices of bread until they are crisp but not overly browned.

Step 5

Spread an even layer of the tuna mixture onto each slice of toasted bread.

Step 6

Top each slice with a slice of cheddar cheese.

Step 7

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Place the assembled tuna melt sandwiches into the skillet, cheese side up, and cover the skillet with a lid to allow the cheese to melt. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is gooey and melted.

Step 8

Carefully remove the open-faced sandwiches from the skillet and transfer them to a plate.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	203.5 grams (203.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	695

Total Fat 50.50g	65%
Saturated Fat 16.80g	84%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 103mg	34%
Sodium 1536mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 43.20g	16%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 5.00g
Protein 16.20g	32%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 292mg	22%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 294mg	6%

*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: 65.7%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 25.0%