Why Everyone is Obsessed with Tuna Melts

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 oz) Canned Tuna (drained)
• 1 stalk Celery (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons Dill Pickles (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Onion (finely chopped (optional))
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (regular or light)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1/4 teaspoon Seasoned Salt
• 1 pinch Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 4 slices Brioche Bread (thick sliced, room temperature)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (softened)
• 2 slices Cheddar Cheese (shredded or sliced)
• 2 slices Provolone Cheese (shredded or sliced)
• 2 slices Tomato (optional, thinly sliced)

Instructions

1. Prepare Tuna Salad

   In a mixing bowl combine the drained tuna, diced celery, chopped dill pickles, chopped onion, chopped parsley, seasoned salt, black pepper, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Mix until evenly combined.

   Time: PT5M

2. Butter the Bread

   Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each brioche slice. The buttered side will face the air fryer basket.

   Time: PT3M

3. Assemble the Sandwiches

   Place a slice of bread butter‑side down in the air fryer basket. Layer cheddar cheese, then spread the tuna mixture to the edges, add provolone cheese, optional onion slices, and optional tomato slices. Top with the second slice of bread butter‑side up.

   Time: PT5M

4. Preheat Air Fryer

   Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 375°F

5. Cook First Side

   Insert the basket and cook for 4 minutes.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: 375°F

6. Flip and Finish Cooking

   Carefully flip the sandwich using tongs or a spatula and cook for an additional 4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is crisp.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: 375°F

7. Rest and Slice

   Remove the sandwich, let it rest on a cutting board for 2 minutes, then slice diagonally and serve.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

460

Protein

26g

Carbohydrates

32g

Fat

26g

Fiber

2g