A quick tuna melt made with a creamy tuna filling, sliced cheese and toasted bread.
Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
5 mins
Total time
15 mins
Servings
2
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Ingredients
Ingredients
Servings
2 servings1×
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Tuna Filling
Assembly
Instructions
Make the Filling
- 1
Mix the tuna, onion, spring onion, sweetcorn, parsley, mayonnaise and sriracha.
Toast the Sandwiches
- 1
Spread the tuna mixture over two slices of bread.
- 2
Top with cheese and close with the remaining bread.
- 3
Toast in a frying pan or sandwich press until golden and melted.
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Everything you want to know about this recipe.
This sandwich works because the filling stays creamy while the bread and cheese bring the toast and melt you expect from a classic tuna melt. Sweetcorn and onion add enough texture that the filling does not feel flat.
If you want a more balanced lunch, serve it with a crunchy salad or sliced vegetables rather than adding more filling. It is best eaten hot, while the cheese is still soft and the bread is crisp.
How To Keep The Filling From Going Heavy
How To Keep The Filling From Going Heavy
Tuna melts are easy to overfill, which usually leads to bread that browns before the center heats through. A moderate layer of tuna mixture and just enough cheese to melt through the middle gives a better ratio and makes the sandwich easier to toast evenly in a pan. The small amount of sweetcorn also helps break up the texture without turning the filling watery.
Spice level is easiest to control in the mayonnaise base rather than by adding hot sauce at the end. Mixing the sriracha through first gives a more even heat and keeps one bite from tasting much hotter than the next. If you want more brightness, a squeeze of lemon works better than extra mayonnaise.
Serving And Make-Ahead Notes
Serving And Make-Ahead Notes
This is best treated as a fast lunch rather than a sandwich to hold for hours. The filling can be mixed ahead, but the bread should be toasted only when you plan to eat it so the crust stays crisp and the cheese stays stretchy. That is what makes the sandwich feel satisfying instead of merely convenient.
If you are packing lunch, keep the tuna mixture chilled and assemble the toast fresh at home or reheat it in a sandwich press. Pairing it with cucumber sticks, tomato slices, or a sharp side salad makes the richness easier to balance.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories 38019%
% Reference Intake*
Total Fat 22g31%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 55mg
Sodium 620mg
Total Carbohydrates 22g8%
Dietary Fiber 2g
Sugars 4g4%
Protein 24g48%
* Reference intakes are based on an average adult's 8,400 kJ / 2,000 kcal diet. Your needs may be higher or lower.
FAQs
Can I use another cheese instead of Colby?
Cheddar, mozzarella or Monterey Jack also melt well.
How can I make it less spicy?
Use less sriracha and add a little more mayonnaise.
Can I make it in an air fryer?
Yes. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) until crisp and heated through.
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SJ Journal
· 29 Aug 2025This actually looks so good!
Thethickdahlia
· 28 Aug 2025Wish my kids loved tuna like this. Great recipe!
theweeknd2
· 12 Aug 2025Too spicy for me but still tasty!
Deano😎
· 9 Aug 2025Why this tuna look so nice
katesinthekitchen
· 8 Aug 2025Going to try this! 😍
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