Open Faced Tuna Melt is the ultimate sandwich for all you tuna lovers! Serving them open faced is an easy way to make them healthier and cut the calories.
Tuna itself isn’t high in calories, but bind it together with mayonnaise, spread it on bread and melt cheese on top and the calories start to add up. Fortunately, by making a few simple adjustments, you can enjoy a healthier version of this classic hot sandwich.
Tips to make this quicker:
To speed up the prep time, I love using my Cuisinart 4-cup mini food processor (affil link), I put the carrots, celery, and onion in and pulse a few times, which saves a lot of time.
Tuna Melt
Diner comfort food just got a makeover! This classic tuna melt has the perfect amount of crunch, melty cheddar cheese, and veggies. Melts are one of my favorite types of lunch sandwiches. If you love a hot sandwich, you should also try these Open-Faced Turkey Melts and Egg and Tomato Breakfast Melts. If you want a cold sandwich, definitely check out my Open Faced Tuna Sandwich with Avocado.
When I was a kid, my mom owned a luncheonette where she was the cook. She would often make me a tuna melt, which I loved! Tuna is such an easy protein since it requires very minimal prep work – just open up the can and drain. If you want to turn tuna into a larger meal, we love our homemade tuna casserole.
Why Everyone is Obsessed with Tuna Melts
FAQ
How many calories are in a tuna melt?
Is eating a tuna sandwich healthy?
How many calories in a deli tuna melt?
Do you eat tuna melts?
I love tuna melts, and for a while as a picky-eater as a kid, they were one of the three foods I was okay with eating. Most diners (places, not people) HEAP that tuna on and the ratio of tuna to cheese and bread is like a zillion: 1.
Is tuna fish good for health?
1) Tuna is loaded with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids which help in reducing cholesterol. 2) Tuna is rich in potassium which is known to reduce blood pressure. Omega 3 fatty acids in combination with potassium bring an anti inflammatory effect and promotes heart health. 3) Tuna is rich in various vitamins and minerals like manganese, zinc, vit C and selenium which help in strengthening immune system. They help in reducing free radicals and protect the body from cancers. 4) Vit B that is present in tuna helps in strengthening bones. 5) It improves skin health as it is rich in vitamin B complex.
What is a tuna melt?
A tuna melt is more or less a deluxe grilled cheese. Spread the outside of the bread with butter so it gets golden-brown and toasty in the skillet. The other secret? Don’t rush it! We all know how disappointing it is to burn a sandwich.
Does bread make a good tuna melt?
Sourdough, brioche, challah, boules, and baguettes—you name it, and it can make a good tuna melt if it’s thoughtfully combined with the right cheese and mix-ins (although it’s best to avoid using bread with an open crumb, which would make for a very messy melt). Here’s what does matter about the bread: You need to respect its proportions.