Sandwiches
Crispy Tuna Melts
Tuna salad and cheddar tucked between slices of bread and toasted in a skillet.
Prep10 min
Cook10 min
Rest / chill0 min
Total20 min
Yield4 sandwiches
Gather your ingredients
Ingredients
Check off items as you go. US customary measures.
One step at a time
Let’s make it
- Mix tuna, mayonnaise, celery, mustard, and lemon juice.
- Divide tuna salad among four bread slices. Add cheddar and top with remaining bread.
- Spread butter thinly on the outside of each sandwich.
- Cook in a skillet over medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden, cheese melts, and filling is hot. Work in batches.
A little kitchen know-how
Drain the tuna very well so the filling does not soak through the bread.
Storage & leftovers
Refrigerate filling within 2 hours and use within 3 days. Assemble sandwiches shortly before cooking.
Cooking times are estimates; check doneness. See safe cooking temperatures and food storage guidance. Check ingredient labels for allergens.