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Bagel Tuna Melt Sandwich​


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A Bagel Tuna Melt is a delicious open-face sandwich with a slightly updated twist on a traditional tuna melt. You're going to want to make this deliciously melty tuna salad sandwich on a regular rotation. It's THAT good!!

Melted cheddar cheese on a bagel and topped with tuna salad.

This super easy tuna sandwich with melted cheddar cheese can be made in less than 5 minutes time and is perfect when served for lunch or an easy dinner option.


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The secret's in the sauce​

Keep my deliciously versatile Homemade Dill Tartar Sauce in your refrigerator at all times and you'll be ready to whip up this creamy tuna melt sandwich in no time flat!

The ingredient list​

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Ingredients for making a Bagel Tuna Melt Sandwich.

Ingredient information​

CANNED TUNA - The choice is yours if you want canned tuna packed in oil or water. I used tuna in oil because I wanted the most flavor I could pack into this tuna melt sandwich.

TARTAR SAUCE - I always make tuna salad using the tartar sauce recipe I've been making for 30-plus years. My family has always loved the flavor of my tuna salad, so I won't mess around with my tried-and-true recipe.

Feel free to use your own tartar sauce (store-bought will work, too), but I urge you to try my recipe. It's a winner, takes less than 5 minutes to make, and uses basic refrigerator and pantry staples.

BAGEL - I used an everything bagel for this particular sandwich shown in the photos because those are the ones I like the best. Feel free to use whatever type of bagels you prefer.

CHEDDAR CHEESE SLICES - You can never go wrong when choosing cheddar cheese for a tuna melt. Just make sure your slices are as large as your bagel because you want to make sure you get all the cheesiness that makes a tuna melt, melt!

SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE - Why not top the melt with more cheese? I always have Parmesan in the fridge, so it was a no-brainer. Feel free to omit it if needed.

How many tuna melts does this recipe make​

I guess that depends on if you call two halves, two sandwiches, or one. In the recipe, I'm calling two, one, so this recipe makes three servings of two each. Who's on first? LOL

How long will tuna salad keep in the fridge​

Store the prepared tuna salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I do not recommend freezing the tuna salad because the consistency will change once thawed.


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FAQs​

What type of tuna fish is best for this recipe
Use your favorite brand of canned tuna fish. Yellowfin and Albacore are both great choices. As stated above, I used tuna packed in oil for this particular melt, but I've also used tuna packed in water for these melts when I want to keep the calories just a wee bit lower.

Can store bought tartar sauce be used?
Yes. Sure. Use what you have, or make your own. I like to make my own tartar sauce, but don't let me stop you from using store-bought tartar sauce if that's what you have on hand or prefer.

Can tuna salad be frozen?
I don't recommend it. Because this recipe is mayonnaise based, when the tuna salad thaws, the texture will be "off," and the sauce will likely split and be oily.

What flavor bagel works best for this sandwich?
Any flavor you wish!

Can a different type of cheese be used for this tuna melt?
Of course.
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Tuna salad on a bagel with melted cheddar cheese.

Additional add-in suggestions​

Feel free to add whatever herbs and spices you enjoy most to this tuna melt sandwich. Grated fresh ginger would make an excellent addition, as would chopped capers, pimentos, minced red onion, celery, and of course, citrus zest.

Ingredient substitution suggestions​

Feel free to use a vegan mayonnaise instead of the egg-based mayonnaise in this recipe. You can also use a smashed avocado instead of the mayonnaise for a completely different twist on a tuna melt sandwich.

Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, Pepper Jack, Swiss cheese, and American or Provolone cheese slices would all make great substitutions (or additions) to this updated tuna melt sandwich.

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What to serve alongside this modern tuna melt bagel sandwich​

Roasted Baby Potatoes with garlic and herbs are creamy in the center and golden brown and crispy outside.

Crunchy, healthy, and completely addictive, Sunflower Crunch Kale and Cabbage Salad has it ALL going on!! Dig in! You're going to love this colorful salad!

Melted cheddar cheese and tuna salad on a bagel.

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Bagel Tuna Melt Sandwich​


Renee Goerger

Cheesy and delicious. This bagel Tuna Melt is perfect for lunch or dinner and it's ready in no time.
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Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 7 minutes mins







Course dinner - sandwich, lunch - sandwich
Cuisine American





Servings 3 servings
Calories 651 kcal

Equipment​


Ingredients​

  • ▢ 3 cans (3 ounces each) tuna fish drained
  • ▢ ¼ cup prepared tartar sauce or to taste
  • ▢ 3 large bagels sliced in half
  • ▢ 6 slices cheddar cheese
  • ▢ 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese divided


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Instructions​

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place the drained tuna fish and the tartar sauce in a medium-sized bowl and stir well until combined.
  • Cut the bagels in half and toast until your desired doneness.
  • Place the bagels onto a baking sheet (cut side up) and place the cheddar cheese slices onto each bagel half.
  • Add a layer of prepared tuna salad to each bagel with cheese and sprinkle each with the shredded Parmesan cheese.
  • Place in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
  • Serve hot.

Notes​

The prepared tuna salad may be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

Tuna in water may be substituted for tuna in oil if desired.

For best consistency, always drain the tuna well before adding additional ingredients.

Nutrition​

Serving: 1Calories: 651kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 29gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 1282mgPotassium: 199mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 636IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 469mgIron: 2mg
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Should you have any questions or comments regarding anything you've seen on my site, please don't hesitate to reach out to contact me. It is always my distinct pleasure to get back with you just as soon as I possibly can!

Thank you so much for visiting me today in my Kudos Kitchen. I hope you found something you'll love and that you will come back and visit me often. Please know that there is always room for you around my kitchen table!
Please don't forget to like and follow me across all of my SM channels, and while you're at it stop by and say hello! I'll be looking for you!
 
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