Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsTune-Up CaféTuna Melt Recipe

Tuna Melt Recipe

Inspired by Tune-Up Café
Time30m
Serves2

tuna salad with cheddar, lettuce, & tomato on 9-Grain bread

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Ingredients

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Tuna Salad

Sandwich Assembly

Method

Prepare Tuna Salad

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine canned tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped red onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

Assemble Sandwich

  1. 2

    Layer the Ingredients

    Take two slices of 9-Grain bread and spread the tuna salad evenly on each slice. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, lettuce leaves, and slices of tomato. Place the remaining slices of bread on top.

  2. 3

    Grill the Sandwich

    In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Once melted, place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet and grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

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