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A toasted open face tuna melt with bubbling melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley on a baking sheet.
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Open Face Tuna Melts

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
  • 1/4 cup mayonnais e
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 thick slices sourdough bread
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven broiler on high setting.
  • In a medium bowl, flake the drained tuna and combine with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler for 1 minute per side or until lightly golden.
  • Spread the tuna mixture evenly across the four toasted bread slices.
  • Place one slice of cheddar cheese on top of each sandwich.
  • Return the baking sheet to the broiler and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Remove from oven and serve warm.