How to Make Tuna Melt with Egg - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that can be made in just minutes, then look no further than Tuna Melt with Egg. This tasty dish combines the richness of tuna, the creaminess of melted cheese, and the heartiness of a fried egg to create a meal that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch, a simple dinner, or a satisfying snack, this recipe has got you covered.

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Ingredients

  • 2 (5 ounce) cans water-packed tuna, drained
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup finely chopped celery
  • ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
  • ¼ cup finely chopped carrots
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 8 large ripe olives, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (such as Grey Poupon®)
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 12 slices sourdough bread, or more to taste
  • 12 slices Swiss cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 tuna melts

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine tuna, mayonnaise, celery, green onions, carrots, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and mustard in a bowl; mix until well combined.
  • Brush melted butter on one side of each bread slice. Top an unbuttered side with a slice of cheese, some tuna salad, another slice of cheese, and another slice of bread, buttered side facing up. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Transfer sandwiches to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until bread is toasted and cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    778 cal.

    • Total Fat: 56g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 170mg
    • Sodium: 840mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 500mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 277mg