Chili Honey Tuna Melt (Without Mayo)
The BEST tuna melt you’ll ever make! Not even kidding. This Chili Honey Tuna Melt is made without mayo but is still creamy and rich just like you’d dream it to be! It uses plain Greek yogurt for a lower calorie, high protein alternative and fresh dill for earthy notes to balance it out.
What is a tuna melt?
More or less, a tuna melt is a fancy grilled cheese made with canned tuna.
How to make a tuna melt?
- In a large bowl, combine the canned tuna, yogurt, adobo sauce, chopped dill, honey, tahini, lemon juice, chopped red onion, chopped celery, and chili powder. Mix well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Layer your sandwiches with the sliced cheddar, slices tomatoes, and the tuna mix.
- On a heated griddle, add a little butter or olive oil. Add the sandwiches to cook 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Enjoy immediately!
What kind of canned tuna should I use for a tuna melt?
An article I once read by Ina Garten says that the best kind of tuna is tuna canned in oil. However, I use canned albacore tuna and drain the “water’ out before adding the tuna into the bowl.
Can I store or make ahead tuna melt sandwiches?
Tuna melts are best enjoy immediately after cooking, as the tuna is moist and may make the bread soggy if you wait too long. Best enjoyed while the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted!
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Chili Honey Tuna Melt (Without Mayo)
PREP TIME: 10 COOK TIME: 5 TOTAL: 15
INGREDIENTS
Servings: 2 Sandwiches
- 4 Slices of Sourdough Bread
- 2 slices of Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Tomato, sliced
- 10-12 oz. Canned Tuna
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 tbsp. Adobo Sauce, from the can
- 1 tbsp. Fresh Dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp. Honey
- 1 tbsp. Tahini
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 1/4th Red Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Celery Sticks, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp. Chili Powder
- Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large bowl, combine the canned tuna, yogurt, adobo sauce, chopped dill, honey, tahini, lemon juice, chopped red onion, chopped celery, and chili powder. Mix well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Layer your sandwiches with the sliced cheddar, slices tomatoes, and the tuna mix.
- On a heated griddle, add a little butter or olive oil. Add the sandwiches to cook 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Enjoy immediately!
I truly hope you all enjoy this treasured recipe that has nestled its way into our hearts here in the ABM kitchen! ’till next time… xxL
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ~ Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
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I just made this but used my homemade sourdough so had to do the melts open faced. A wonderful flavor – will be making this again !
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This is THEE bright moment recipe that made me a loyal fan and follower…but listen to me, this tuna melt sandwich is absolutely delicious! You really don’t need another recipe! Thanks Lauren 😆