Herby Tuna Melt Sandwich

With just the right amount of crunch and melty cheese, you might just convert a tuna skeptic with this tuna melt recipe.

A tuna melt sandwich served on whole wheat bread makes for a quick and satisfying lunch.

Why you'll love this Herby Tuna Melt Sandwich

This tuna melt recipe is so delicious, savory and quick to make for the ultimate satisfying lunch. Drained canned tuna, diced celery, fresh herbs, capers, Dijon mustard lemon juice and Greek yogurt are sandwiched together between two slices of bread with melted cheese to create the most delicious sandwich - ready in just 15 minutes!

What kind of bread should I use for Herby Tuna Melt Sandwich?

As a Registered Dietitian, I'm all for adding more fiber to your diet! That's why I recommend using a whole grain bread with at least 3 grams of fiber per serving for this recipe. However, a good sourdough would also be delicious! Although not typically as high in fiber as whole grain breads, the fermentation process for sourdough may provide some gut-health benefits.

What kind of cheese should I use for Herby Tuna Melt Sandwich?

Honestly, almost any kind of meltable cheese will do! I love using Cheddar, Colby jack, Havarti, fontina, gouda, mozzarella, or even a mixture of any of the above. If you're looking to reduce saturated fat in your diet, choose a cheese with a lower percentage milk fat (such as Mozzarella or Swiss).

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A delicious crunchy, melty tuna sandwich served with a side of tomato and cucumber salad.

Recipe for Herby Tuna Melt Sandwich

Servings: Makes 2 servings

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 6 minutes

Total time: 16 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 (12 oz) can light tuna, drained

• 2-3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1/2 lemon, juiced

• 1 tsp capers, chopped

• 1 stalk celery, chopped

• 3 tbsp fresh dill, minced

• 1 green onion, minced
  

• Pinch of freshly ground pepper

• 1/2 cup cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, fontina, or Havarti), grated

• 4 slices whole grain bread

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, celery, capers, dill, green onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Greek yogurt, and pepper. Mix to combine with a fork or spoon. Add the grated cheese and fold into the mixture.

2. Spread mayonnaise on two slices of bread and then flip them over. Spoon the tuna mixture onto one half of the bread, then top with the other half, mayonnaise side up.

3. Carefully transfer the sandwich to a preheated pan set over medium heat. Cook until the bread is toasted and golden brown; flip and cook on the opposite side for an additional 2-3 minutes or so.

4. Repeat steps 2-3 with the second sandwich. Slice in half and enjoy immediately.

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