Easy • Seafood
Speedy Lemon Dill Tuna Melts
These elevated tuna melts are quick, comforting, and burst with fresh lemon and herbaceous dill.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 8 min
- Servings
- 2
- Level
- Easy
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Forget everything you thought you knew about tuna melts! We're bringing you an elevated, yet still incredibly speedy, take on this classic comfort food. Bright lemon and aromatic dill transform simple pantry staples into a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Yield: 2 servings
Main
- 2 (5 oz) cans albacore tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 slices sturdy bread (sourdough or whole wheat recommended)
- 2 slices cheddar cheese (or provolone/swiss)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Preparation
Step 1
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, fresh dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Step 2
Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place two slices, butter-side down, in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Divide the tuna mixture evenly between the two bread slices in the skillet. Top each with a slice of cheese.
Step 4
Place the remaining two bread slices (butter-side up) on top of the cheese to form two sandwiches.
Step 5
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and gooey.
Step 6
Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve hot! Enjoy a quick and delicious lunch or light dinner.
Tips
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the tuna mixture for a little kick.
- A thin slice of tomato or a few spinach leaves inside the melt can add extra fresh flavor.
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