Golden crispy sandwich with creamy tuna salad and melted cheese, perfect for a quick, satisfying snack.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ 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
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Steps:
01 - Combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until homogeneous.
02 - Arrange bread slices on a clean surface. Spread tuna mixture evenly onto two slices. Layer each with two cheese slices, then cover with remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
03 - Apply softened butter evenly on the outside surfaces of each sandwich slice.
04 - Warm a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot.
05 - Place sandwiches buttered side down on skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, pressing gently until golden brown.
06 - Flip sandwiches carefully and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until bread is golden and cheese has melted.
07 - Remove from heat, slice sandwiches in half, and serve immediately.
