Cheesy Tuna Melt
A delightful Cheesy Tuna Melt filled with sautéed fresh tuna, sharp cheddar cheese, and toasted sourdough, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
- Fresh tuna chunks
- Sourdough bread
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Herbs (e.g., dill, parsley)
- Spices (e.g., salt, pepper)
- Butter (for toasting)
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat.
- Season your fresh tuna chunks with herbs and a dash of salt and pepper.
- Sauté the seasoned tuna for about 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- Layer one slice in the skillet, butter side down, and add the sautéed tuna and cheddar cheese.
- Assemble the sandwich with the second slice of bread, butter side up.
- Toast until the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Slice and serve your Cheesy Tuna Melt.
Notes
Enjoy with a side of pickles or a salad. For a heartier meal, serve with tomato soup. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://ameliasweets.com/2026/03/24/cheesy-tuna-melt/