Jalapeño Cheddar Tuna Melts (Recipe for Printing)
Enjoy a savory meal with albacore tuna, jalapeño, and sharp cheddar melted over bread. Ideal for an easy dinner or lunch. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Tuna Filling
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12 ounces solid white albacore tuna, drained
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1/3 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
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3 to 4 tablespoons sweet yellow corn
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1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 teaspoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
→ Assembly
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
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4 to 5 slices sandwich bread, any variety
# How to Make It:
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Set the oven or air fryer to 400°F and allow to fully preheat.
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In a mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, green onions, sweet corn, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, yellow mustard, and chopped parsley. Mix until ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet. Spread a generous amount of tuna mixture on each slice. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and top with 3 to 4 slices of jalapeño per portion.
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Transfer to the preheated oven or air fryer and bake for 7 to 9 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and bread is crisp. For extra browning, broil for an additional 2 to 3 minutes as needed.
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Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm.
# Extra Tips:
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For a milder heat, remove jalapeño seeds before slicing. Adjust seasoning to taste and consider multigrain bread for added texture.