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Air Fryer Tuna Melt

These open-faced air fryer tuna melts are cheesy, high-protein, and perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner! This easy recipe is single-serve and air-fried in under 10 minutes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 404 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American , International

Ingredients

The Melts:
  • 1 English muffin or 2 slices of toast regular, whole wheat, sourdough, or gluten-free
  • 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese or your favorite kind of cheese that melts
Tuna Salad:
  • 1 can (4 or 5-ounce) tuna stored in water drained
  • 2 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt or mayo 0%, 2% or 5%
  • ½ stalk celery diced
  • 1 tablespoon red onion minced
  • 1 - 2 baby carrots thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 teaspoon capers optional but I love them
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • juice from half a lemon

Instructions

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  1. Cut your English muffin in half and add it face-side up to the air fryer basket or tray. “Toast” the bread by air frying it at 300°F (150 degrees Celsius) for 2 - 4 minutes. Every air fryer is different so check at the 2-minute mark. Stop air frying when the muffin is lightly toasted!
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt or mayo, diced celery, minced red onion, sliced baby carrots, chopped parsley, capers (if using), Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
  3. Taste and adjust the seasoning of the tuna salad to your liking.
  4. Evenly split and spoon the tuna mixture onto each half of the toasted English muffins.
  5. Top each English muffin half with a slice of sharp cheddar cheese.
  6. Air fry at 300°F (150 degrees Celsius) for about 5 - 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, the sandwich is warm, and the English muffin is toasted to your desired level of crispiness.
  7. Carefully remove the tuna melts from the air fryer using a spatula. Serve the air fryer tuna melts immediately while they are still warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Customization: You can customize this recipe by adding other ingredients, such as sliced tomatoes, avocado, or bacon, to your tuna melt if desired.
  • Air Fry Time: Adjust the cooking time as needed based on your air fryer model and personal preference for the level of toasting and melting.
  • Cheese: You can use your favorite type of cheese for air fryer tuna melts. Some popular options include cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, or a combination of different cheeses. I highly recommend choosing a cheese that melts well; for example, queso fresco, paneer, Ricotta, goat’s cheese, halloumi, and feta are bad options since they don’t melt.
  • Pesto tuna melts: Make this a pesto tuna melt by adding 1 Tablespoon of pesto to the tuna salad. So much flavor!
  • Drain the canned tuna well: Ensure that you drain the canned tuna thoroughly to remove excess liquid. This will prevent your tuna salad mixture from becoming watery.
  • Meal Prep: Tuna melts are best enjoyed right after air frying. It’s best to assemble and cook the air fryer tuna melts just before serving for optimal taste and texture. You can prepare the tuna salad mixture ahead of time, though.
  • Storing: Tuna melts are best enjoyed fresh since the bread will get soggy if you store them. Therefore, assembling and cooking the air fryer tuna melts just before serving for optimal taste and texture is best. You can prepare the tuna salad ahead of time and store it for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 404kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 76mg (25%) Sodium 928mg (39%) Potassium 443mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1006IU (20%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 342mg (34%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 404

% Daily Value*

Calories 404kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 76mg 25%
Sodium 928mg 39%
Potassium 443mg 9%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1006IU 20%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 342mg 34%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.