Jul 13 2026

Tuna Melt Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Albacore Tuna Salad with Melted Cheddar & Jack

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Ingredients

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Tuna Salad

Method

Tuna Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Tuna Salad

    In a large bowl, combine drained albacore tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped red onion, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and set aside.

Assembly and Cooking

  1. 2

    Prepare the Sandwich

    Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side, layer the tuna salad, followed by a generous amount of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side out.

  2. 3

    Grill the Sandwich

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden and the cheese has melted. Repeat with remaining sandwiches.

  3. 4

    Serve

    Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve warm.

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