Best 9 Openface Italian Tuna Melt Recipes
Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Open-Faced Italian Tuna Melt, a harmonious blend of zesty Italian flavors and classic comfort food. This delectable dish features a toasted slice of crusty bread topped with a savory mixture of tuna, melted mozzarella, vibrant tomatoes, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a sprinkling of aromatic Italian seasoning. A drizzle of olive oil adds an extra layer of richness, while fresh parsley brings a touch of vibrancy. Alongside this delightful main course, we present three additional recipes to elevate your culinary experience: a refreshing Italian Salad with a tangy lemon-herb dressing, a creamy and flavorful Avocado Pasta Salad, and a luscious Tiramisu, the perfect sweet ending to a satisfying meal.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
TUNA MELT RECIPE
Steps:
- Prepare tuna salad by stirring together tuna, celery, mayonnaise, pickle relish, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
- Arrange bread or English muffins on a rimmed baking sheet. Place about 6-inches from the broiler and toast until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Spread about ½ cup of tuna salad over each slice of toast, top with sliced tomato, then the cheddar. Broil 6-inches from the heat until the cheese is melted and starting to brown, about 3-6 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tuna melt, Calories 550 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Sodium 1088 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g
OPEN-FACED TUNA MELT SANDWICH
To take a tuna melt from good to great, it has to have all the right components. In other words, plain mayo alone won't cut it. Here's how we do it: open-faced with crusty toasted bread, melty cheese, capers, cornichons, Dijon mustard, and plenty of seasoning. On a chilly fall day, nothing tastes better.
Provided by Thrive Market
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Thrive Market
Time 12m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set the oven to broil and move the rack to the highest position.
- In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, red onion, capers, cornichons, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper and stir thoroughly until combined. Leave the tuna in slightly large chunks, if possible.
- Arrange bread on a baking sheet and spread mayonnaise on each slice. Divide tuna salad evenly among slices, then top each with 2 slices of tomato and 1 slice of cheese.
- Broil tuna melts until cheese is golden brown and bubbling, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 723.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
MEDITERRANEAN TUNA MELTS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Drain the tuna, reserving 2 tablespoons oil. Toss the tuna, reserved oil, 1/4 cup parsley, the olives, red onion, the juice of 1/2 lemon, the smoked paprika, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Spread the tuna salad on 4 of the pita halves; top with the cheese and the remaining pita halves.
- Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. One at a time, add the sandwiches and cook until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss the arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, the remaining 1/4 cup parsley, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil and the juice of the remaining 1/2 lemon in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Cut the tuna melts into wedges. Serve with the arugula salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707, Fat 38 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Cholesterol 106 milligrams, Sodium 1198 milligrams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 52 grams
OPENFACE ITALIAN TUNA MELT
I love a good tuna sandwich. Always try to make different types. Hope You enjoy my Italian version! Like a tuna pizza pie!
Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal
Categories Fish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Drain and mix tuna with, mayo, celery salt & oregano. Place bread on baking dish, top with tuna mix. Add sliced tomato sprinkle with oregano then parm and mozzerella. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake on 375 til cheese melts about 7min.
- 2. Also great topped with pepper rings.
OPEN-FACED TUNA MELTS
Casting about for a way to get your family to eat more fish? These simple open-faced sandwiches are rich in healthy omega-3 oils and flavor! "I've enjoyed this recipe for 20 years and usually serve it for Sunday lunch." Alice Strapp-Meister - New Ross, NS
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in tuna. Spread over each bun half; top with a tomato slice. Sprinkle with cheese. , Place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 833mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
OPEN-FACE TUNA MELT
Cooked under the broiler, mayonnaise souffles like magic and takes on a lighter texture with a crisp brown shell. There's no better way to top a tuna melt!
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Evenly divide tuna between bread; season with salt and pepper. Top with a few slices of dill pickle and a slice or two of provolone.
- Stir together mayonnaise, Dijon, and Parmesan. Spread evenly over sandwiches. Broil until cheese melts and mayo puffs slightly and browns in places, 1 to 2 minutes.
ULTIMATE TUNA MELTS
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, flake the tuna finely with a fork. Add the celery, scallions, and dill, and continue mixing and fluffing with the fork until combined. Add the lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Combine the mayonnaise and anchovy paste, if using, and mix into the tuna.
- Preheat the broiler. Toast the bread in a toaster and place the slices in a single layer on a sheet pan. Spread a quarter of the tuna mixture thickly and evenly on each piece of bread, covering the entire slice. Sprinkle the cheese evenly on the 4 sandwiches, covering the tuna completely. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the cheese melts and starts to brown. (Watch it carefully!) Sprinkle with the microgreens and serve hot.
OPEN FACE TUNA MELT SANDWICH
These have become a quick dinner staple. They are sooo good, and comes together in minutes. You can change the type of cheese, but I've found that something with a stronger flavor that melts well, is best. The type of bread I use is called Saloio and is similar to Ciabbata (Saloio is a portuguese bread readily available at our supermarket bakery).
Provided by C. Taylor
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 8 slices
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the tuna, mayo, onion, lemon juice, old bay seasoning, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Place enough tuna on a toasted slice of bread and spread to cover slice.
- Top with slice of tomato (or 2 if the tomato slice is small) and then top with a slice of cheese. Place sandwich slices on a cookie sheet.
- Placing rack not too close to the broiler (about the second one down), broil sandwiches until the cheese is golden brown.
OPEN-FACED TUNA MELT
Pita breads are spread with creamy dressing, topped with tuna, tomatoes, green onions and cheddar cheese then baked for warm and tasty sandwiches.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Bread
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- Spread pitas with dressing; top with remaining ingredients.
- Place on baking sheet.
- Bake 10 to 15 min. or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 710 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality tuna packed in olive oil for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have any mayonnaise, you can substitute Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Use a variety of cheeses to create a more complex flavor profile. Some good options include mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan.
- If you don't have any fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use less, as dried herbs are more concentrated.
- Serve the open-face tuna melts immediately after they are made, while the bread is still crispy and the cheese is melted and gooey.
Conclusion:
Open-face tuna melts are a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
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