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Tuna Melt
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Tuna Melt

This tasty Tuna Melt recipe can be served as an hors d'oeuvre or as a fast healthy meal; it all depends on which food vessel you'll be using!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Passive time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Appetizers, Lunch, Sandwiches
Cuisine: International
Keyword Finger Food, Fish & Seafood, Gluten Free, Kids Recipes, Light Meal, Low Sodium, Quick & Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 (5 oz.) can tuna, drained and flaked
  • 3 tbsp. Miracle Whip®
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp. fresh chopped dill tips & tricks
  • 1 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice tips & tricks
  • 1/4 tsp. hot sauce such as Cholula®, or to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns)
  • Small pinch ground Himalayan sea salt
  • 2 tsp. green onions, finely chopped
  • 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 regular dinner rolls (substitute hamburger buns), sliced see Recipe
  • 1/4 cup sharp Cheddar cheese, grated

Directions

  • Turn the oven on broil and arrange a rack about 6-inches from the heating element.
  • In a bowl, add tuna, Miracle Whip®, Dijon mustard, dill, lemon juice, hot sauce, freshly ground black pepper, salt, and green onions; stir until well blended. If you want a little heat, add cayenne pepper.
  • Spoon the tuna mixture evenly on top of 4 bread pieces; top with cheese (*see footnote).
  • Place them on a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat or parchment paper and transfer to the oven. Broil until the cheese is JUST melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Footnote: If you want to serve it as a canapé, use fancier food vessels such as miniature English muffins or miniature croissants and then garnish with fresh chives.