Spicy Jalapeño Cheddar Tuna Melt

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) solid white tuna in water, drained
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 8 slices sourdough bread
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• Optional: sliced pickles for serving

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mix tuna, mayonnaise, red onion, jalapeños, lime juice, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder.

2. Season the tuna mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Lay out 4 slices of sourdough bread on a clean surface.

4. Divide the tuna mixture evenly among the 4 slices of bread, spreading it to the edges.

5. Top each with tomato slices and a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.

6. Cover with the remaining 4 slices of bread to form sandwiches.

7. Spread the outside of each sandwich with softened butter.

8. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

9. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

10. If needed, cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt completely.

11. Remove from heat and let cool for a minute before slicing diagonally.

12. Serve immediately with pickle slices on the side if desired.

Sink your teeth into this Spicy Jalapeño Cheddar Tuna Melt and experience a flavor explosion that will have your taste buds dancing! This zesty twist on the classic tuna melt combines the savory goodness of tuna with the kick of jalapeños and the gooey perfection of melted cheddar. It’s the perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, and spicy, all nestled between slices of toasty sourdough bread. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a comforting dinner, or a crowd-pleasing sandwich for game day, this tuna melt delivers on all fronts. So fire up that skillet, assemble your ingredients, and get ready to elevate your sandwich game – it’s like a fiesta in your mouth that will make you forget all about plain old tuna sandwiches!