Easy Salmon Melt
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
428 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Salmon Melt
Description
Easy Salmon Melt starts with a salmon salad made from canned salmon, mayonnaise, and onion, which is spread over whole wheat bread slices. The assembly is topped with cheddar cheese and optionally tomato or avocado slices. Broiling quickly melts the cheese and crisps the edges of the bread while warming the salmon salad filling. The result is a creamy, savory open-faced sandwich with a mild seafood flavor enhanced by the onion and rich cheddar.
The method requires careful broiling to avoid burning, producing a lightly toasted bread base with a melted cheese topping that adds richness and texture contrast. The optional fresh tomato or avocado slices add freshness to the melt.
Ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner, this dish can be easily prepared using pantry staples. Serving immediately is recommended to enjoy the melted cheese and warm salmon mixture at their best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Salmon Salad
- 14.5 ounces canned salmon large bones & skin removed
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon onion or a couple Tablespoons fresh chopped onion, dried minced
Remaining Ingredients
- 4 lices whole wheat bread
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese
- tomato optional, sliced or avocado
Instructions
- Remove skin and large bones from canned salmon. Mix with mayonnaise and onion.
- Spread each slice of bread with ¼ of the salmon mixture.
- Top salmon salad with tomato or avocado if using
- Top with sliced or grated cheese.
- Broil on a metal pan or aluminum foil until cheese melts. (Always watch food under a broiler carefully as it can burn or catch fire quickly.)
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 428 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 428kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 792mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 457mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 361IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 541mg | 54% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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