Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsYellow Cat CafeTuna Melt Recipe

Tuna Melt Recipe

Inspired by Yellow Cat Cafe
Time30m
Serves2

on Grilled Rye with Swiss Cheese

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Ingredients

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Tuna Salad

Grilled Cheese Components

Method

Prepare Tuna Salad

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, mayonnaise, finely chopped celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Assemble the Tuna Melt

  1. 2

    Layer Ingredients

    Take two slices of rye bread and place a generous amount of the tuna salad mixture on each slice. Top with a slice of Swiss cheese.

  2. 3

    Top and Butter

    Place the remaining two slices of rye bread on top of the cheese to create sandwiches. Spread butter on the outer sides of each sandwich.

Grill the Sandwiches

  1. 4

    Heat the Pan

    In a skillet or frying pan, heat over medium heat until hot.

  2. 5

    Grill Sandwiches

    Place the 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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