Spicy Jalapeño Tuna Melt
The Spicy Jalapeño Tuna Melt is a zesty and creamy twist on the classic tuna melt sandwich. Featuring tender yellowfin tuna mixed with spicy jalapeños, creamy mayo and yogurt, and sharp cheddar cheese, this sandwich delivers bold flavor and perfect melty goodness on toasted thick bread — ideal for a quick lunch or casual dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Sandwich, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Skillet (pan-frying), Toasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
5 ounces drained yellowfin tuna
2 tablespoons diced green onion
2 tablespoons diced jalapeño
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yogurt
1 teaspoon grainy Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon hot sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 slices thick bread
2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
Extra jalapeño slices for topping (optional)
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, combine tuna, green onion, jalapeño, mayonnaise, yogurt, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Toast bread slices until golden and slightly crispy.
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Spread tuna mixture evenly over one slice of toasted bread.
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Top with cheddar cheese slices.
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Place the other slice of bread on top to form a sandwich.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook sandwich 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is toasted and cheese is melted.
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Remove from heat, garnish with extra jalapeño slices if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitute yellowfin tuna with canned albacore or chunk light tuna.
Use pepper jack cheese for extra spice.
Add sliced tomatoes or avocado for additional texture and flavor.
Yogurt can be replaced with sour cream or omitted for a richer mayo-only filling.
Use gluten-free bread to make the sandwich gluten-free.
Store leftover tuna mixture in an airtight container refrigerated up to 2 days.
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