TUNA MELT RECIPE

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 oz) Canned Tuna (drained)
• 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise (regular, room temperature)
• 0.5 Tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
• to taste Salt (prefer fine sea salt)
• to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Sugar (optional, balances flavor)
• 2 slices Sourdough Bread (thick slices, preferably day‑old)
• 1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (softened for easy spreading)
• 2 slices Cheddar Cheese (sharp cheddar, sliced about ¼ inch thick)

Instructions

1. Make Tuna Filling

   In a mixing bowl combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, pepper, and the optional sugar. Stir with a fork until the mixture is evenly combined.

   Time: PT5M

2. Butter the Bread

   Spread the softened butter on one side of each sourdough slice.

   Time: PT2M

3. Toast Bread on Skillet

   Heat the skillet over medium heat. Place the bread buttered‑side‑down and toast until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip and toast the opposite side for another 1 minute.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium heat

4. Assemble Tuna Melt

   On the unbuttered side of each slice, spread an even layer of the tuna mixture. Top each with a slice of cheddar cheese, then place the second slice of bread on top, buttered side up.

   Time: PT2M

5. Melt Cheese

   Return the assembled sandwich to the skillet, pressing lightly with a spatula. Cook until the cheese melts and the bread is crisp, about 2 minutes, flipping once if needed.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

6. Serve

   Remove the sandwich, cut diagonally, and serve immediately while hot and melty.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

500

Protein

25g

Carbohydrates

40g

Fat

25g

Fiber

2g