Air Fryer Tuna Melts (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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10 ounces tuna, drained.
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1/4 cup mayonnaise.
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3 tablespoons red onion, diced.
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3 tablespoons celery, diced.
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
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1 tablespoon lemon juice.
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
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Salt and black pepper to taste.
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4 slices sourdough bread or your choice.
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4 slices sharp cheddar cheese.
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter.
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
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In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained tuna, mayonnaise, diced red onion, diced celery, chopped fresh parsley, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
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Butter the outer sides of each slice of bread evenly.
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On one side of the bread, spread a generous portion of the tuna salad mixture. On the other slice of bread, place two slices of cheddar cheese. Place the top onto the bottom to make the sandwich.
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Carefully place the prepared tuna melt sandwiches into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping.
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Air fry the tuna melts at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway. The bread should be golden brown and crispy, and the cheese should be melted and bubbly.
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Once cooked, carefully remove the tuna melts from the air fryer and let them cool for a minute before serving.