A golden, crispy sandwich with creamy tuna and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for a quick satisfying bite.
# Ingredient list:
→ Tuna Salad
01 - 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
02 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Sandwich
08 - 4 slices sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
09 - 4 slices cheddar cheese (or Swiss)
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Step-by-step guide:
01 - Combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
02 - Place bread slices on a flat surface. Spread tuna salad evenly over two slices, then top each with two cheese slices.
03 - Cover the filled slices with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
04 - Spread softened butter evenly on the outside surfaces of each sandwich slice.
05 - Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
06 - Place sandwiches buttered side down on the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, gently pressing until golden brown.
07 - Flip sandwiches and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove sandwiches from the skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.
