Best 5 Tuna Swiss Melt Recipes

Tuna Swiss Melt is an open-faced sandwich, made with toasted bread, tuna salad, Swiss cheese, and a creamy sauce. It is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. Tuna salad is a classic dish featured in this recipe, which is typically made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings, while the creamy sauce is often made with cream of mushroom soup, milk, and seasonings. This recipe also includes variations, such as using chicken instead of tuna, adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to the tuna salad, and using different types of cheese, such as cheddar or mozzarella. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, Tuna Swiss Melt is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your preferences.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA MELT RECIPE

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This classic tuna melt recipe is an easy, affordable, and satisfying lunch or dinner that's ready for the table in less than 30 minutes!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 (5 ounce) cans tuna fish in water, drained really well and flaked ((we like solid white albacore tuna in water))
¾ cup finely diced celery
½ cup mayonnaise ((we prefer Duke's brand mayo))
1 ½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish ((or sub with dill pickle relish))
¼ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste
8 slices thick white bread or 4 English muffins, split
2 tomatoes (about 1 lb.), sliced ¼-inch thick ((optional))
8 slices sharp cheddar cheese ((or sub with provolone, Swiss, American, or other favorite cheese))

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

SWISS TUNA MELTS

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Make and share this Swiss Tuna Melts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tazdevilfan

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (6 ounce) can light chunk tuna in water, drained and flaked
3/4 cup shredded swiss cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
pepper, to taste
8 slices bread
2 -3 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Spread over four slices of bread, about 1/2 cup on each; top with remaining bread. Butter the outsides of sandwiches.
On a griddle or in a large skillet over medium heat, grill sandwiches for 4-5 minutes on each side or until lightly toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.4, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 66.9, Sodium 793.5, Carbohydrate 35.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.9, Protein 21.5

ULTIMATE TUNA MELTS

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 (6 to 8-ounce) jars imported tuna packed in olive oil, drained
1/2 cup (1/4-inch) diced hearts of celery
1/2 cup minced scallions, white and light green parts (3 scallions)
3 tablespoons minced fresh dill
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup good mayonnaise, such as Hellmann's
1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
4 large slices bread, such as Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse Hearty White
4 ounces Swiss cheese, such as Emmentaler, grated
1 ounce microgreens

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.

TUNA MELT

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 English muffins, split, or 4 slices sourdough, rye, or whole wheat bread
2 tablespoons prepared mayonnaise (optional)
1 recipe Tuna Salad, recipe follows
1 cup shredded sharp farmhouse Cheddar cheese
Two 6-ounce cans white meat tuna packed in water, drained
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup prepared mayonnaise
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
Freshly ground black pepper,
Freshly squeezed lemon juice, to taste (optional)

Steps:

Preheat the broiler and set the rack about 4 to 5 inches from the heat source.
Spread the bread out on a baking sheet and toast. Spread the toasted muffins or bread with the mayonnaise, if using. Top with the Tuna Salad and then the shredded cheese. Place the baking sheet under the broiler and heat for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Serve immediately.
In a small mixing bowl break up the tuna with a fork. Toss with the celery, onion, and parsley. Add the mayonnaise, mustard, and season with pepper to taste. Stir to combine. Add lemon juice, if using.

BEST TUNA MELT (NEW JERSEY DINER STYLE)

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If you order a tuna melt in a New Jersey diner, you'll get something very similar to this! My method of topping the tuna salad with cheese FIRST, then tomato and more cheese, keeps the toppings from sliding off the bread.

Provided by COOKINGIRLLJ

Categories Seafood Fish Tuna

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup finely chopped celery
1 ½ tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
¾ teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 pinch salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
4 slices seedless rye bread
8 slices ripe tomato
8 slices Swiss cheese
paprika, for garnish

Steps:

Preheat the oven broiler.
In a bowl, mix the tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, parsley, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
Place the rye bread slices on a baking sheet, and broil 1 minute in the preheated oven, until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and spread with the tuna salad. Place 1 cheese slice over the tuna salad on each piece of bread, layer with a tomato slice, and top with remaining cheese slices.
Return layered bread to the preheated oven, and broil 3 to 5 minutes, until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 76.3 mg, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 478.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

Always use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
If you don't have Swiss cheese, you can substitute it with another type of cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or Gruyère.
For a crispy tuna melt, use a good quality bread that can hold up to the heat of the sandwich.
Don't overcook the tuna salad, or it will become dry.
If you're using canned tuna, drain it well before adding it to the salad.
Add some chopped celery or onion to the tuna salad for extra flavor.
If you want a gooey tuna melt, use a generous amount of cheese.
Serve the tuna melt with your favorite sides, such as fries, chips, or a salad.

Conclusion:

The tuna Swiss melt is a classic sandwich that is easy to make and always a hit. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it's a perfect meal for a quick lunch or dinner. Whether you're using fresh or canned tuna, this sandwich is sure to satisfy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the tuna Swiss melt a try. You won't be disappointed.