Description
Air Fryer Tuna Melts are a quick and delicious twist on the classic tuna sandwich. With tender, seasoned tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise and sharp cheddar cheese, these melts are air-fried to golden perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch outside while remaining gooey and flavorful inside. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack, Air Fryer Tuna Melts can be customized with your choice of herbs or additional toppings to suit your taste. In just 17 minutes, you can impress family and friends with this delightful dish that’s both easy to make and incredibly tasty.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces tuna (drained)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons red onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons celery (diced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3–5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, parsley, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Butter the outer sides of each slice of bread. Spread a generous portion of the tuna mixture on one slice and top with two slices of cheddar cheese. Place another slice of buttered bread on top to form a sandwich.
- Place sandwiches in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and allow to cool for a minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your filling by adding ingredients like sliced tomatoes or different types of cheese. To achieve an extra crispy crust, ensure you generously butter the outside of the bread before air frying.