By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 2, 2026
Serves 6
261 cal · 20 min
Tuna Melt Burger
Recipe GLPR4e03a4f79b1c5a
A hearty open-faced tuna melt sandwich made with protein-rich canned tuna combined with fresh celery, melted American cheese, and a light mayo-based spread on toasted whole wheat bread. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
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Ingredients
1 can (5 ounce) water-packed tuna, drained
2 medium celery stalks, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded American cheese
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon instant minced onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
12 slices whole wheat bread
Directions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly, removing excess water. Transfer to a medium bowl and flake with a fork.
Add the chopped celery, light mayonnaise, instant minced onion, salt, and black pepper to the tuna. Mix gently until combined into a uniform spread.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Divide the tuna mixture into 6 equal portions. Arrange 6 slices of whole wheat bread on the prepared baking sheet.
Spread one portion of the tuna mixture evenly on each bread slice, leaving a small margin at the edges.
Top each tuna-covered slice with 1/2 cup of shredded American cheese, distributing evenly across all 6 sandwiches.
Place the remaining 6 bread slices on top of each tuna and cheese layer to create 6 closed sandwiches.
Cover the baking sheet loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is warmed through.
Carefully pierce the foil covering with a knife to release steam. Remove the foil and serve immediately while hot.
Comments
All ingredients are stocked at any Charlotte grocery chain; tuna and canned goods mean no special trips. Cost per serving runs about $1.50–$2.00 depending on tuna quality, making this genuinely affordable for six people. The stated 20 minutes ignores toasting bread and assembling, so budget 25–30 minutes total, though active hands-on time stays short. This is straightforward comfort food with no fussy technique, but tuna melts don't reheat well—the bread turns soggy and the cheese congeals—so plan to eat the same night, and it's not the choice if you need next-day lunch containers.
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