These tuna melts are another frequently made dish around here that I’ve never shared before. I haven’t included amounts because I never measure and it all depends on how many people you’re serving and how much they eat. (And how you like your tuna- light or heavy on the mayo, extra pickles or onion, etc.) About the pickles… trust me on this one- diced dill pickles make tuna salad so much better! My husband is the one who first convinced me to add them and now it’s the only way we make it.

I’ve actually had an aversion to tuna since my last pregnancy (which ended ~2 1/2 years ago). Usually my many aversions ware off quickly after delivery, but for some reason tuna still isn’t very appetizing to me. So I make these same melts with canned salmon (I usually buy it at Trader Joe’s, which is where I also get our favorite kosher dill pickles) and they’re just as, maybe more, delicious!

Tuna (or Salmon) Melts

INGREDIENTS

canned tuna (or salmon), liquid drained
mayonnaise (I often use half mayo and half plain Greek yogurt)
kosher dill pickles, diced + pickle juice
freshly chopped chives (if I have them)
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
English muffins, lightly toasted (or sandwich bread, sourdough, etc.)
tomato, sliced
Cheddar cheese (or Muenster), grated

DIRECTIONS

1. Place the tuna (or salmon) in a medium bowl and break it apart with a fork. Add just enough mayonnaise (and yogurt, if using) to coat the tuna and mix it together with the fork. Stir in some diced dill pickles and a drizzle of pick juice (trust me, it adds great flavor!) and fresh chopped chives (optional, but recommended). If the mixture seems a bit dry, add more mayonnaise. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
2. Preheat oven broiler. Place the lightly toasted english muffin halves on a baking sheet. Top each with the tuna mixture, then a slice or two of tomato, and sprinkle with grated cheese.
3. Broil for 1-2 minutes (watch them closely so they don’t burn!) until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Garnish with extra chives (optional) and serve immediately.