Total Time: 25 minutes | Prep: 5 minutes | Cook: 20 minutes
Whip up these simple tuna melt English muffins when you’re short on time but need a kid-approved meal that comes together fast.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, lemon juice, dill, and salt and pepper.
- Kid tip: Let little ones help mix the tuna salad for extra engagement.
- Place the English muffin halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Top each half with a spoonful of tuna salad, then a slice of cheese.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and muffins are lightly toasted.
Serves 4 – perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend lunch.
Picky Eaters
- Omit onions or celery if they’re a hard pass for your kids.
- Let picky eaters build their own “pizzas” with the toppings they like.
- Serve the tuna salad on the side for dipping if open-faced melts don’t appeal.
Easy Swaps
Protein: Swap tuna for chicken or egg salad.
Bread: Use bagels, English muffin thins, or your favorite sliced bread.
Veggies: Add chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, or your kids’ favorite fresh veggies.
Cheese: Swap cheddar for Swiss, provolone, or a cheese blend.
Serving Ideas
Pair with fresh fruit, veggies and ranch, or a simple side salad.
Make open-faced tuna melts for quick snacks or appetizers.
Make it a meal prep win: Make a double batch of tuna salad and use it for sandwiches or salads throughout the week.
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