Tuna Melt on a Tortilla Recipe
Enjoy a quick and delicious tuna melt on a tortilla! Filled with tuna, crispy bacon, and gooey melted cheese, this tuna quesadilla is ready in minutes and makes a great meal. For extra flavor, add sliced tomatoes or avocado. Pair it with a side salad or chips for a complete and easy meal—perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack!
Ingredients
- 2 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 5 oz. can solid white tuna packed in water, drained
- 3-4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery chopped
- 2 tablespoons minced onion red, yellow, white, green
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, then transfer it to paper towels to cool. Break the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain the tuna and place it in a large bowl, breaking it into small pieces with the back of a fork. Mix in mayonnaise and celery. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Drain the tuna and place it in a large bowl, breaking it into small pieces with the back of a fork. Mix in mayonnaise, celery, and onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread half of the tuna salad evenly on top of the cheese, sprinkle with more shredded cheese, and place a second tortilla on top. Brush the top with melted butter.
- Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden and crispy. Carefully flip it with a wide spatula and cook the other side for another two minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, transfer it to a cutting board, and slice it into quarters using a sharp knife or pizza wheel.
Notes
Storage and Reheating
Store tuna melt tortillas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For best results, reheat in a 350°F oven wrapped in foil for 10-15 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 449.1kcalCarbohydrates: 16.2gProtein: 9.7gTotal Fat: 38.3gSaturated Fat: 13.1gCholesterol: 55.6mgSodium: 673.1mgPotassium: 152.9mgFiber: 1.4gSugar: 1.6gNet Carbohydrates: 14.9g
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