How to Make Tuna Melts on English Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tuna melts on English muffins are a classic and delicious meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This recipe takes the classic tuna melt and gives it a unique twist by using English muffins instead of traditional bread. The result is a crunchy, savory, and satisfying dish that is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Tuna melts are an excellent way to incorporate healthy and affordable protein into your diet. Tuna is packed with essential nutrients such as omeg...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ stick butter
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • ¼ teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans albacore tuna packed in water, drained
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 English muffins, split
  • 1 large vine-ripened tomato, cut into 6 slices
  • 6 slices American cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 tuna melts

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a small frying pan over low heat. Add onion and garlic and saute over low heat until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in seafood seasoning, cilantro, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Combine tuna and mayonnaise in a bowl. Add the sauteed mixture from the frying pan and blend well with a fork.
  • Place all 6 halved English muffins on a cookie sheet. Spoon on tuna mixture, dividing it evenly between each muffin. Top each with a slice of tomato; add a slice of American cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    397 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 792mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 221mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 244mg