Tarragon Tuna Melts

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Tarragon Tuna Melts, a warm and flavorful twist on the classic tuna sandwich. Featuring a creamy tuna salad infused with fresh tarragon, zesty lemon juice, and savory Dijon mustard, this dish is layered on buttery sourdough bread and topped with melted, golden cheddar cheese. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, these melts are baked to perfection and finished with a quick broil for a bubbly, irresistible topping. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a cozy weekend treat, these open-faced tuna melts pair beautifully with a crisp side salad or a steaming bowl of soup. Satisfy your cravings for a hearty, protein-packed meal with this irresistible recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans (drained) Canned tuna
• 0.333 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh tarragon
• 2 stalks (finely sliced) Green onion
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slices Sourdough bread slices
• 2 tablespoons (softened) Unsalted butter
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh tarragon, green onions, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix together until evenly combined.

Step 3

Lightly spread the softened butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.

Step 4

Place the buttered side of the bread down on a baking sheet. Divide the tuna mixture evenly among the four slices, spreading it in an even layer on the unbuttered side of the bread.

Step 5

Top each tuna-topped slice with one slice of cheddar cheese.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 7-8 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the bread edges are lightly toasted.

Step 7

Switch the oven to broil mode and broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to ensure the cheese becomes golden but does not burn.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the melts cool slightly before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot as is, or with a side of salad or soup for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	695 grams (695.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1930

Total Fat 117.70g	151%
Saturated Fat 36.30g	182%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 320mg	107%
Sodium 3448mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 104.00g	38%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 4.30g
Protein 107.80g	216%

Vitamin D 227IU	1134%
Calcium 522mg	40%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1123mg	24%

*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: 55.6%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 21.8%