Best Tuna Melt (New Jersey Diner Style)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10
Best Tuna Melt (New Jersey Diner Style) recipe for a delicious lunch or dinner option
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cans tuna , drained
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
3/4 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 pinch salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
4 slices seedless rye bread
8 slices ripe tomato
8 slices Swiss cheese
paprika , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
442
Sugar
3g
Fat
29g
Originating from the diners of New Jersey, the Best Tuna Melt is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. The combination of tuna, cheese, and tomato between two slices of toasted bread makes for a satisfying meal that can be served for lunch or dinner. This recipe adds a twist to the traditional tuna melt with the addition of red wine vinegar, which gives it a tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy mayonnaise and Swiss cheese.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, parsley, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3.Toast the rye bread slices until crispy.
4.Place 2 slices of ripe tomato on each slice of bread.
5.Spoon tuna mixture over the tomato slices.
6.Top each slice of bread with 2 slices of Swiss cheese.
7.Sprinkle with paprika to garnish.
8.Place the sandwiches onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This tuna melt recipe is easy and quick to prepare for a delicious lunch or dinner option.

The combination of tuna, cheese, and tomato makes for a hearty and filling meal.

CONS

The mayonnaise used in the recipe can make it high in calories and fat.

It is not recommended for those watching their cholesterol levels.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tuna is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining heart health and cognitive function.
The addition of celery and onion reduces inflammation and promotes digestion.
The ripe tomatoes in the recipe contain lycopene, which helps to reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.

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